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International Criminal Court and War Crimes

Description: This quiz covers the International Criminal Court (ICC) and war crimes, including its history, jurisdiction, and notable cases.
Number of Questions: 10
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When was the International Criminal Court established?

  1. 1998

  2. 2002

  3. 2005

  4. 2010

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC was established on July 17, 1998, by the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.

What is the primary purpose of the ICC?

  1. To prosecute individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide

  2. To resolve disputes between countries

  3. To promote international cooperation

  4. To provide humanitarian aid

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC's primary purpose is to prosecute individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, as defined in the Rome Statute.

Which countries are members of the ICC?

  1. All countries in the world

  2. Only countries that have signed and ratified the Rome Statute

  3. Only countries that have been invited to join the ICC

  4. Only countries that have been convicted of war crimes by the ICC

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Only countries that have signed and ratified the Rome Statute are members of the ICC.

What is the jurisdiction of the ICC?

  1. It can prosecute individuals for crimes committed anywhere in the world

  2. It can only prosecute individuals for crimes committed in member countries

  3. It can only prosecute individuals for crimes committed during international armed conflicts

  4. It can only prosecute individuals for crimes committed against its own nationals

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

The ICC's jurisdiction is limited to crimes committed in member countries or by nationals of member countries.

What are the different types of crimes that the ICC can prosecute?

  1. War crimes

  2. Crimes against humanity

  3. Genocide

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICC can prosecute individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide.

What is the difference between war crimes and crimes against humanity?

  1. War crimes are committed during armed conflict, while crimes against humanity are committed during peacetime

  2. War crimes are committed against individuals, while crimes against humanity are committed against groups of people

  3. War crimes are more serious than crimes against humanity

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no clear distinction between war crimes and crimes against humanity. Both can be committed during armed conflict or peacetime, against individuals or groups of people, and both are considered serious crimes.

What is the difference between genocide and crimes against humanity?

  1. Genocide is the intentional killing of a group of people, while crimes against humanity are not

  2. Genocide is committed against a specific group of people, while crimes against humanity can be committed against any group of people

  3. Genocide is more serious than crimes against humanity

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Genocide is the intentional killing of a group of people, while crimes against humanity are not. Genocide is committed against a specific group of people, while crimes against humanity can be committed against any group of people. Genocide is considered the most serious crime under international law.

What are some of the most notable cases that the ICC has handled?

  1. The trial of Slobodan Milosevic

  2. The trial of Charles Taylor

  3. The trial of Omar al-Bashir

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the most notable cases that the ICC has handled include the trials of Slobodan Milosevic, Charles Taylor, and Omar al-Bashir.

What are some of the challenges that the ICC faces?

  1. Lack of cooperation from member countries

  2. Lack of funding

  3. Political pressure

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICC faces a number of challenges, including lack of cooperation from member countries, lack of funding, and political pressure.

What is the future of the ICC?

  1. It will become more powerful and effective

  2. It will become less powerful and effective

  3. It will remain the same

  4. It will be abolished

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Explanation:

The future of the ICC is uncertain. It is possible that it will become more powerful and effective, or that it will become less powerful and effective. It is also possible that it will remain the same, or that it will be abolished.

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