Which Indian jurist began an elected term as a member of the International Court of Justice in February…

The UN Security Council record gives the start dates of Singh’s first and second terms as 6 February 1973 and 6 February 1982.

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Which Indian jurist began an elected term as a member of the International Court of Justice in February 1973 and a second term in February 1982?

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Correct answer A

The UN Security Council record gives the start dates of Singh’s first and second terms as 6 February 1973 and 6 February 1982.

Option A

The UN Security Council record gives the start dates of Singh’s first and second terms as 6 February 1973 and 6 February 1982.

Option B

The UN Security Council records both term starts for Nagendra Singh.

Option C

Rau’s Court membership ended with his death, and the UN was filling his vacancy in 1954, before either stated term.

Option D

The UN term record identifies Nagendra Singh as the judge whose service began on both dates.