UNGA Elects New Members to Human Rights Council for 2025-2027 Term
| Why in News | Key Points |
|---|---|
| UNGA Elects New Members to Human Rights Council | 18 new members elected for the 2025-2027 term; includes Benin, Bolivia, Colombia, Cyprus, Qatar, and Thailand. |
| Term Details | Newly elected members start their three-year terms on January 1, 2025. |
| Human Rights Council Overview | Established: 2006, Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland; critical in promoting and protecting human rights. |
| Membership Details | Total Members: 47; staggered terms with about one-third rotating annually to maintain continuity. |
| Regional Distribution of Seats | African States: 13, Asia-Pacific States: 13, Eastern European States: 6, Latin American & Caribbean States: 8, Western European & Other States: 7 |