Who became the first woman elected as a judge of the International Court of Justice in 1995?
Rosalyn Higgins became the first woman on the International Court of Justice after her election in 1995.
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Who became the first woman elected as a judge of the International Court of Justice in 1995?
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Correct answer A
Rosalyn Higgins became the first woman on the International Court of Justice after her election in 1995.
Option feedback
Option A
The General Assembly elected Rosalyn Higgins to the Court in 1995.
Option B
Roza Otunbayeva served in Kyrgyz politics and United Nations diplomatic roles. The 1995 Court election record identifies Higgins.
Option C
Gertrude Mongella was Secretary-General of the 1995 World Conference on Women. The 1995 Court election record identifies Higgins.
Option D
Sadako Ogata served as United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. The 1995 Court election record identifies Higgins.
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