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What is the primary role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
What is the primary role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
- To enforce human rights treaties and conventions
- To settle disputes between states and provide advisory opinions on legal issues (correct)
- To prosecute individuals for violations of international law
- To act as a supreme court for national judicial systems
Who can appear before the International Court of Justice in contentious cases?
Who can appear before the International Court of Justice in contentious cases?
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Only states (correct)
- Individuals and private entities
- Any party with a legitimate grievance
What is the significance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)?
What is the significance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)?
- It established the International Criminal Court (ICC)
- It outlines fundamental human rights to be recognized and protected internationally (correct)
- It is a set of guidelines for national human rights legislation
- It is a legally binding treaty ratified by all UN member states
When was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted, and what was the historical context?
When was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted, and what was the historical context?
Who were some notable members of the drafting committee for the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
Who were some notable members of the drafting committee for the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
How can the United Nations enforce international law?
How can the United Nations enforce international law?
What is the relationship between the International Court of Justice and national judicial systems?
What is the relationship between the International Court of Justice and national judicial systems?
Which of the following is NOT a specialized agency or organization within the United Nations system?
Which of the following is NOT a specialized agency or organization within the United Nations system?
What is the primary purpose of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
What is the primary purpose of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
How can states accept the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice?
How can states accept the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice?
