Which of the following is NOT a function of the International Court of Justice?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the International Court of Justice?
- To give advisory opinion at the request of General Assembly
- To give advisory opinion at the request of Security Council
- To interpret treaties when considering legal disputes brought before it by nations
- To try individuals accused of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - To try individuals accused of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity
The ICJ decides contentious disputes between states, interprets treaties and gives advisory opinions on request of the General Assembly or Security Council. It does not try individuals for international crimes; that is the work of the International Criminal Court.
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