An essential principle that guides the activities of the United Nations is

A.

the regulation of international trade

B.

the protection of the United States of America against terrorism

C.

respect for the sovereign equality of member states

D.

the transfer of technology to developing countries

Correct answer is C

An essential principle that guides the activities of the United Nations is respect for the sovereign equality of member states.

This Stands to reason that all the member states of the United Nations are sovereign and equal. No state will be too big to dominate others and no state would be too small to be recognized.