The ACS Intra-School MUN was held on October 31 and November 1, 2017. It was the first Model United Nations Conference that was held at our school. The initiative in this regard was taken by Tiyasha Thakur Class XII A who efficiently organized the event, along with the other Chairs and Co-Chairs. Immense support had been provided by Superior Sr. Teresa A, Principal Sr. Esther and the School-Coordinator without whose guidance and encouragement we would not have been able to conclude the event successfully.

The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of over 180 students from classes 8-12. After the prayer service and handing over of the badges and gavels to the Chairs and Co-Chairs of the committees, the MUN was declared open by the Secretary General, Tiyasha Thakur. There were five committees, namely-

• The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)

Chair: Sreeja Chakraborty,    Co-Chair: Manjira Nundy

• The United Nations Security Council (UNSC)

Chair: Tiyasha Thakur,         Co-Chair: Adrija Chatterjee

• The United Nations Social and Economic Council (ECOSOC)

Chair: Dimitri Mallik,            Co-Chair: Sreeja Dutta

• The All-India Political Parties Meet (AIPPM)

Chair: Jahnvi Saraf,                Co-Chair: Anusmita Roy

• The International Press Correspondents (IPC)

Chair: Ankita Sen,                  Co-Chair: Snigdha Bhattacharyya

The UNGA                                Topic: Venezuela Crisis.

The topic mainly deals with the economic, social and political problems being faced by Venezuela in recent times. Oil being the major source of income, is undergoing its most vulnerable phase in recent economy. Deteriorating security situations in Venezuela has opened pathways to the nation’s lifeblood- oil. This has,in turn, led to an increased rate of unemployment, corruption and several social movements. The crisis have adversely affected the lives of Venezuelans at various levels.

The UNSC :     Topic:  Nuclear Security in The Middle-East and North Korea

The topic revolves around the security problems in North Korea and Middle-East. North Korea’s actions regarding piling of Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) were justified as a defense measure. However, according to Qatar, North Korea has not simply stopped at nuclear testing but has taken it to be a source of making money. This was seconded by USA.

 Thus the committee proceeded with all member countries putting forward their stances and opinions regarding the issue.

The ECOSOC:   Topic: Socio-Economic Problems in the Middle-East

The committee dealt with the social and economic problems faced by the Middle-East. The subjects analyzed were the Syrian crisis, the Palestine and Israel crisis and economic problems related to nuclear energy in the Middle-East. While some countries extended their passionate support towards Palestine, some like Israel refused to acknowledge her. The committee witnessed arguments, cross-questions and several discussions aimed at finding a solution to the issue.

The AIPPM       Topic: Uniform Civil Code

 The committee engaged itself in debates on several topics like Implementation of GST, terrorism in Kashmir, triple talaq and polygamy among others. Each party submitted their statements and put forth their stances with valid justifications and reasons.

 In midst of lobbying, controversies as well as heated-up arguments, the committee worked in unison to reach a unanimous conclusion.

The IPC

This committee was probably assigned the most tedious task. The reporters and photographers had to indeed pull up their socks in order to stay updated with all that was happening in the committees that they had been allotted. While all committees were busy discussing their issues, the press correspondents went about capturing moments and taking down notes.

However, the MUN was not only about knowing world affairs and improving one’s speaking skills, it was also about knowing each other better. Indeed, old bonds were strengthened and new bonds were made. It was an experience that we will cherish all our lives. The foundation has been laid this year and Auxilium is waiting for her students to continue toiling towards perfection.

Snigdha Bhattacharyya  (XII-C)

Co-Chair Person of the International Press Correspondents