Pakistan and Nepal have been re-elected to the UN Human Rights Council, while China won a seat by the smallest margin showing a drastic drop in standing.
Explain: UNHRC
UNHRC is an inter-governmental body within the United Nations system responsible for-
Strengthening the promotion and protection of human rights around the globe.
Addressing situations of human rights violations and making recommendations on them.
The UNHRC has “the ability to discuss all thematic human rights issues and situations that require its attention throughout the year”.
The Human Rights Council replaced the former United Nations Commission on Human Rights (UNCHR).
The Human Rights Council holds no fewer than three regular sessions a year, for a total of at least 10 weeks.
The sessions are held at the UN Office in Geneva, Switzerland.
Membership
The Council is made up of 47 UN Member States, which are elected by the UNGA through a direct and secret ballot.
Members of the Council serve for three years and are not eligible for immediate re-election after serving two consecutive terms.
Context:
Pakistan and Nepal have been re-elected to the UN Human Rights Council, while China won a seat by the smallest margin showing a drastic drop in standing.
Explain: UNHRC
Membership
Distribution of Seats