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The International Criminal Court and the United Nations

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its relationship with the United Nations (UN).
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What is the primary purpose of the International Criminal Court?

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

  2. To promote peace and security in the world.

  3. To provide humanitarian assistance to victims of conflict.

  4. To monitor human rights violations around the world.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC is a court of last resort that investigates and prosecutes individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide when national courts are unable or unwilling to do so.

When was the International Criminal Court established?

  1. 1998

  2. 2002

  3. 2006

  4. 2010

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The ICC was established on July 1, 2002, when the Rome Statute, which is the treaty that created the court, entered into force.

Where is the International Criminal Court located?

  1. The Hague, Netherlands

  2. New York City, United States

  3. Geneva, Switzerland

  4. Vienna, Austria

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC is located in The Hague, Netherlands, which is also the seat of the International Court of Justice.

How many member states are there in the International Criminal Court?

  1. 123

  2. 159

  3. 193

  4. 215

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As of 2023, there are 123 member states in the ICC.

What is the relationship between the International Criminal Court and the United Nations?

  1. The ICC is a subsidiary body of the UN.

  2. The ICC is an independent organization that cooperates with the UN.

  3. The ICC is a branch of the UN Security Council.

  4. The ICC is a court that is completely separate from the UN.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The ICC is an independent organization that cooperates with the UN, but it is not a subsidiary body of the UN.

Can the UN Security Council refer cases to the International Criminal Court?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. Only with the consent of the accused

  4. Only with the consent of the state where the crimes were committed

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The UN Security Council can refer cases to the ICC, even if the state where the crimes were committed is not a member of the ICC.

Can the International Criminal Court prosecute individuals for crimes committed before the court was established?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. Only if the crimes were committed in a member state of the ICC

  4. Only if the crimes were committed by a national of a member state of the ICC

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The ICC can only prosecute individuals for crimes committed after the court was established on July 1, 2002.

What is the principle of complementarity in the context of the International Criminal Court?

  1. The ICC can only prosecute individuals if national courts are unable or unwilling to do so.

  2. The ICC can only prosecute individuals if the crimes were committed in a member state of the ICC.

  3. The ICC can only prosecute individuals if the crimes were committed by a national of a member state of the ICC.

  4. The ICC can only prosecute individuals if the crimes were committed against a national of a member state of the ICC.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of complementarity means that the ICC can only prosecute individuals if national courts are unable or unwilling to do so.

What is the role of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court?

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

  2. To represent the interests of the victims of crimes.

  3. To provide legal assistance to national courts.

  4. To monitor human rights violations around the world.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Prosecutor of the ICC is responsible for investigating and prosecuting individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide.

What is the role of the Pre-Trial Chamber of the International Criminal Court?

  1. To decide whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.

  2. To determine the guilt or innocence of the accused.

  3. To impose sentences on convicted individuals.

  4. To review the decisions of the Trial Chamber.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pre-Trial Chamber of the ICC is responsible for deciding whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.

What is the role of the Trial Chamber of the International Criminal Court?

  1. To decide whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.

  2. To determine the guilt or innocence of the accused.

  3. To impose sentences on convicted individuals.

  4. To review the decisions of the Pre-Trial Chamber.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Trial Chamber of the ICC is responsible for determining the guilt or innocence of the accused.

What is the role of the Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court?

  1. To decide whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.

  2. To determine the guilt or innocence of the accused.

  3. To impose sentences on convicted individuals.

  4. To review the decisions of the Trial Chamber.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Appeals Chamber of the ICC is responsible for reviewing the decisions of the Trial Chamber.

What is the maximum sentence that the International Criminal Court can impose?

  1. Life imprisonment

  2. 25 years imprisonment

  3. 15 years imprisonment

  4. 10 years imprisonment

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum sentence that the ICC can impose is life imprisonment.

What is the role of the Trust Fund for Victims of the International Criminal Court?

  1. To provide financial assistance to victims of crimes prosecuted by the ICC.

  2. To provide legal assistance to victims of crimes prosecuted by the ICC.

  3. To provide psychological support to victims of crimes prosecuted by the ICC.

  4. To provide all of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Trust Fund for Victims of the ICC provides financial assistance, legal assistance, and psychological support to victims of crimes prosecuted by the ICC.

What is the role of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute?

  1. To oversee the administration of the International Criminal Court.

  2. To adopt the budget of the International Criminal Court.

  3. To elect the judges of the International Criminal Court.

  4. To all of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute oversees the administration of the ICC, adopts its budget, and elects its judges.

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