75 Years of UN: Surviving in Anarchic World Order | Hanna Sunny, Karamala Areesh Kumar

The devastation and atrocities of the Second World War led to the foundation of the United Nations in 1945. It was not merely an international organisation but a solemn promise by sovereign states to uphold human rights, international peace, and security. Over the past 80 years, the UN has thrived in an anarchic world order, disciplining the global community while promoting its core values. Its existence has safeguarded these principles and reduced the likelihood of a third world war, diffusing potential conflicts. Despite challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the Israel-Palestine conflict, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the UN continues to deploy peacekeeping missions and engage in relentless negotiations to halt wars and restore global peace and stability. Establishing a steady environment of peace and ensuring a stable international system is challenging. Yet, the UN