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This resolution urges the United Nations to grant India permanent membership on the UN Security Council, recognizing India's significant global contributions and potential. The resolution highlights India's qualifications, including being the world's largest democracy with over 1.3 billion people, having the second largest standing army, ranking fourth in UN peacekeeping troop contributions, and being an active participant in multiple international organizations like the G20 and World Trade Organization. The UN Security Council currently consists of 15 members, with five permanent members (China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, and United States) and ten non-permanent members serving two-year terms. Although India has been a UN member since 1945 and served seven non-consecutive terms as a non-permanent member, the resolution argues that the challenges of the 21st century require Security Council reform to include rising economic, political, and military powers. The resolution suggests that India's substantial role, economic growth, military strength, and commitment to international principles make it a strong candidate for permanent Security Council membership. As part of the resolution's implementation, copies will be transmitted to the UN Secretary-General, US UN Ambassador, and New Jersey's Congressional delegation.

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