Master International Law: The International Court of Justice

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the procedure of contentious cases at the International Court of Justice?

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Mediation

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Written pleadings

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Oral hearings

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Judgment

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a source of jurisdiction for the International Court of Justice?

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Intervention

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Consent of parties

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Compulsory jurisdiction

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Forum prorogatum

Question 3

What is the primary function of the International Court of Justice?

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To resolve disputes between states through binding judgments

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To provide legal advice to states

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To enforce international law

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To promote peace and security

Question 4

How is the International Court of Justice related to the United Nations?

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The Court is a principal organ of the United Nations

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The Court is independent of the United Nations

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The Court is only bound by the provisions of the UN Charter

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The Court's decisions are subject to the Security Council's approval

Question 5

What is the primary obligation of the judges of the International Court of Justice?

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To apply international law impartially and in good faith

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To represent the interests of their respective countries

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To promote the interests of their region

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To follow instructions from the UN Security Council

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a source of jurisdiction for the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?

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Arbitration awards

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Treaties entered into with different UN Member States

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Customary international law

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Unilateral declarations by States

Question 7

The ICJ's Advisory Opinions are:

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Not binding on any states

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Binding on all UN member states

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Binding only on the states that request them

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Binding on the Security Council

Question 8

The ICJ's decisions are primarily based on:

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International law

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Equity

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Natural law

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Domestic law of the parties

Question 9

The ICJ can exercise jurisdiction over:

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States that have consented to its jurisdiction

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Intergovernmental organizations

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Individuals

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Corporations

Question 10

How does the International Court of Justice interact with other international tribunals?

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The International Court of Justice can transfer cases to other international tribunals if it believes they are better suited to handle them.

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The International Court of Justice has sole authority to resolve all international disputes.

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The International Court of Justice holds higher authority than all other international tribunals.

Question 11

What is the International Court of Justice's primary role in resolving international disputes peacefully?

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Adjudicating disputes between states through binding and impartial decisions

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Mediating negotiations and facilitating compromise between disputing states

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Providing non-binding advisory opinions on legal matters

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Enforcing international law by imposing sanctions on violating states

Question 12

Which statement accurately describes the distinction between the International Court of Justice's compulsory and voluntary jurisdiction?

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Voluntary jurisdiction requires consent, while compulsory jurisdiction does not.

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Compulsory jurisdiction requires consent, while voluntary jurisdiction does not.

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Compulsory jurisdiction applies to all states, while voluntary jurisdiction does not.

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Voluntary jurisdiction applies to all states, while compulsory jurisdiction does not.

Question 13

As per the International Court of Justice's Statute, which of these is NOT a recognized source of its jurisdiction?

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Security Council Resolutions

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Treaties

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Customary International Law

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Declarations under Article 36(2) of the Court's Statute

Question 14

How does the International Court of Justice engage with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and corporations?

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The Court can consult with NGOs and corporations during its deliberations.

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NGOs and corporations can directly file cases with the Court.

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The Court can hold corporations legally responsible for human rights violations.

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The Court's advisory opinions are legally binding on NGOs and corporations.

Question 15

Which of the following is a jurisdictional requirement of the International Court of Justice?

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Acceptance of the Court's jurisdiction by both parties to the dispute

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Violation of international law by one party

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Presence of a major international issue in the case

Question 16

What is the primary function of the International Court of Justice?

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To adjudicate disputes between states

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To enforce international law

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To provide legal advice to states

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To prosecute individuals for war crimes

Question 17

Which of the following is a distinguishing characteristic of the International Court of Justice?

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Permanent nature of the court

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Location in The Hague, Netherlands

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Jurisdiction over individuals

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Exclusive competence over cases involving major powers

Question 18

Identify an example of a dispute resolved by the International Court of Justice:

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Nicaragua v. United States

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Rwanda genocide

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Lockerbie bombing

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Iraq War

Question 19

What is the relationship between the International Court of Justice and the United Nations?

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The Court is the primary judicial organ of the United Nations

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The Court is subordinate to the United Nations Security Council

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The Court operates independently of the United Nations system

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a source of law that the International Court of Justice (ICJ) may apply in its judgments?

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National law

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International treaties

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General principles of law recognized by civilized nations

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Customary international law

Question 21

In which of the following cases did the ICJ exercise compulsory jurisdiction based on the Optional Clause, despite the absence of a treaty between the parties?

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Nicaragua v. United States

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Barcelona Traction Case

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Corfu Channel Case

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Anglo-Iranian Oil Co. Case

Question 22

What is the name of the procedure used by the ICJ to provide non-binding legal advice to United Nations organs and specialized agencies?

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Advisory Opinion

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Interlocutory Judgment

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Preliminary Objection

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Declaratory Judgment

Question 23

Which of the following is a characteristic of the judgments rendered by the ICJ?

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Binding on the parties to the case

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Automatically binding on all states

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Subject to appeal by the parties to the case

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Enforceable by the United Nations Security Council

Question 24

What is the primary role of the ICJ in relation to international organizations?

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To provide legal advice and settle disputes between states or involving international organizations

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To enforce the decisions of international organizations

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To oversee the activities of international organizations

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To appoint the heads of international organizations

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a principle of the ICJ's procedure, ensuring fairness and transparency?

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Ex Parte Proceedings (proceedings conducted in the absence of one party)

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Equality of the parties

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Oral and written proceedings

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Publicity of hearings

Question 26

What is the primary responsibility of the Registrar of the ICJ?

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To manage the administrative and financial aspects of the Court

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To enforce the Court's judgments

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To represent the Court in international disputes

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To advise the Court on legal matters