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What is a resolution?
What is a resolution?
A resolution is a formal document that committees and assemblies use to propose solutions to the issues being discussed on the agenda. Resolutions outline the problem, suggest solutions, and build consensus among delegates, which helps guide future actions. In Model United Nations, the structure of the resolutions mimics the actual UN resolutions, allowing delegates to engage in realistic debate and decision-making sessions.
How is a resolution structured?
How is a resolution structured?
A resolution has three main parts: heading, pre-ambulatory clauses, and operative clauses.
Heading
It contains information such as the committee name (e.g. Historical Security Council, General Assembly, etc.)
The topic being resolved (e.g The conflict in Congo)
Main Submitter- The delegation that wrote and submitted the resolution
Co-submitter - Delegations actively involved in the resolution writing process are expected to debate in favor of the resolution during debate time.
Signatories - Delegations that support the resolution enough to want it to be discussed, but do not necessarily agree with all of its content.
Some committees require a minimum number of co-submitters and signatories.
Pre-Ambulatory Clauses
Pre-Ambulatory Clauses
Preambulatory clauses state the reasons for why the committee is acting on a given topic. It should highlight relevant legal precedents, former relevant United Nations resolutions and past international actions on the issue. Each clause should begin with a preambulatory phrase (known as a present participle) is written in italics and ends with a comma.
Operative Clauses
Operative Clauses
Operative clauses are actionable solutions to the problems raised in the preambulatory clauses. Operative phrases are action oriented. They should be written in italics and with numbers before each operative clause. Sub clauses do not need to start with operative phrases. However, operative sub clauses should still avoid vague language and be action oriented.
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