UNSC Resolution 1540

This resolution is unique as it legally binds all UN member states to constitute national law to prohibit any unlawful activity by non-state actors related to WMDs and their means of delivery.  This UNSC resolution strengthens the concept of nuclear security as under its obligation, all member states are now taking serious measures to deny any kind of access to WMDs for non-state actors at all levels under their jurisdiction. It therefore has a crucial role in nuclear security and prohibits all kind of illicit trafficking of “nuclear materials” as well.