AGLC4 Rule 9.2.3: Resolution and Decision Number
A resolution or decision is identified by an abbreviation for the organ and the type of instrument, followed by its number. The organ and type are never spelt out.
AGLC4 page 144
Formatting
- The organ and type abbreviation is roman with no full stops, taken from the table.
- A single space separates the abbreviation from the number.
- A comma follows the number.
- The resolution number is written as issued; before the 31st session (1976) General Assembly numbers carry the session in Roman numerals in brackets after a space (see rule 9.2.10).
- Where the document date and the adoption date differ, both appear in the date bracket (rule 9.2.11).
Examples
Quoted from the Guide, page 144- 6United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, GA Res 61/295, UN Doc A/RES/61/295 (2 October 2007, adopted 13 September 2007). [Not: … General Assembly Resolution 61/295 …]
- 7SC Res 1441, UN Doc S/RES/1441 (8 November 2002).
Not
Quoted from the Guide, page 144- [Not: … General Assembly Resolution 61/295 …]the organ and type must be abbreviated, not written out
Abbreviations for the organ and type of a resolution or decision
Quoted from the Guide, page 144| Organ and Type | Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Economic and Social Council Decision | ESC Dec |
| Economic and Social Council Resolution | ESC Res |
| General Assembly Decision | GA Dec |
| General Assembly Resolution | GA Res |
| Security Council Decision | SC Dec |
| Security Council Resolution | SC Res |
See also
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