The Office of the Prosecutor

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Who is the current Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court?

  1. Karim Khan

  2. Fatou Bensouda

  3. Luis Moreno-Ocampo

  4. Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karim Khan was elected as the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court in February 2021.

What is the primary function of the Office of the Prosecutor?

  1. To investigate and prosecute individuals accused of committing international crimes

  2. To provide legal advice to the Security Council

  3. To monitor compliance with international criminal law treaties

  4. To train and support national prosecutors in the investigation and prosecution of international crimes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary function of the Office of the Prosecutor is to investigate and prosecute individuals accused of committing international crimes, including genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression.

Which of the following is not a crime within the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court?

  1. Genocide

  2. Crimes against humanity

  3. War crimes

  4. Crimes of aggression

  5. Drug trafficking


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Drug trafficking is not a crime within the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court. The Court's jurisdiction is limited to the four core crimes: genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression.

What is the principle of complementarity in relation to the International Criminal Court?

  1. The Court will only exercise its jurisdiction if national courts are unable or unwilling to prosecute the accused

  2. The Court will always have jurisdiction, regardless of the actions of national courts

  3. The Court will only exercise its jurisdiction if the accused is a national of a State Party to the Rome Statute

  4. The Court will only exercise its jurisdiction if the crime was committed in a State Party to the Rome Statute


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of complementarity is a fundamental principle of the International Criminal Court. It means that the Court will only exercise its jurisdiction if national courts are unable or unwilling to prosecute the accused. This is to ensure that the Court does not interfere with the domestic criminal justice systems of States.

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

  1. To confirm or reject the charges against the accused and to decide whether to issue a warrant of arrest

  2. To conduct the trial and 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 and to ensure that the trial is conducted fairly


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pre-Trial Chamber is responsible for confirming or rejecting the charges against the accused and for deciding whether to issue a warrant of arrest. The Chamber also decides on the release or detention of the accused during the pre-trial stage.

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

  1. To confirm or reject the charges against the accused and to decide whether to issue a warrant of arrest

  2. To conduct the trial and 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 and to ensure that the trial is conducted fairly


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Trial Chamber is responsible for conducting the trial and for determining the guilt or innocence of the accused. The Chamber also decides on the sentence to be imposed on convicted individuals.

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

  1. To confirm or reject the charges against the accused and to decide whether to issue a warrant of arrest

  2. To conduct the trial and 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 and the Trial Chamber and to ensure that the trial is conducted fairly


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Appeals Chamber is responsible for reviewing the decisions of the Pre-Trial Chamber and the Trial Chamber. The Chamber can overturn or uphold the decisions of the lower chambers and can order a new trial if necessary.

What is the role of the Office of the Public Counsel for the Defence in the International Criminal Court?

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

  2. To represent the interests of the accused

  3. To provide legal advice to the Pre-Trial Chamber and the Trial Chamber

  4. To ensure that the trial is conducted fairly and in accordance with international law


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Office of the Public Counsel for the Defence is responsible for representing the interests of the accused. The Office provides legal advice and assistance to the accused and ensures that their rights are respected throughout the proceedings.

What is the role of the Office of the Victims' Counsel in the International Criminal Court?

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

  2. To represent the interests of the accused

  3. To provide legal advice to the Pre-Trial Chamber and the Trial Chamber

  4. To ensure that the trial is conducted fairly and in accordance with international law


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Office of the Victims' Counsel is responsible for representing the interests of the victims of the crimes. The Office provides legal advice and assistance to the victims and ensures that their rights are respected throughout the proceedings.

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

  1. To manage the administrative and financial affairs of the Court

  2. To provide legal advice to the Pre-Trial Chamber and the Trial Chamber

  3. To ensure that the trial is conducted fairly and in accordance with international law

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


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Registry is responsible for managing the administrative and financial affairs of the Court. The Registry also provides support to the other organs of the Court, such as the Pre-Trial Chamber, the Trial Chamber, and the Appeals Chamber.

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

  1. To provide financial assistance to victims of crimes within the jurisdiction of the Court

  2. To provide legal advice to the Pre-Trial Chamber and the Trial Chamber

  3. To ensure that the trial is conducted fairly and in accordance with international law

  4. To represent the interests of the accused


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Trust Fund for Victims provides financial assistance to victims of crimes within the jurisdiction of the Court. The Fund also provides support to projects that aim to assist victims in their recovery and rehabilitation.

What is the role of the Assembly of States Parties in the International Criminal Court?

  1. To oversee the administration and management of the Court

  2. To provide legal advice to the Pre-Trial Chamber and the Trial Chamber

  3. To ensure that the trial is conducted fairly and in accordance with international law

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


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Assembly of States Parties is responsible for overseeing the administration and management of the Court. The Assembly also adopts the budget of the Court and elects the judges and other officials of the Court.

What is the role of the Security Council in relation to the International Criminal Court?

  1. To refer situations to the Court for investigation and prosecution

  2. To provide financial assistance to the Court

  3. To ensure that the trial is conducted fairly and in accordance with international law

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


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Security Council can refer situations to the Court for investigation and prosecution. The Council can also impose sanctions on individuals and entities that are accused of committing crimes within the jurisdiction of the Court.

What is the role of the United Nations General Assembly in relation to the International Criminal Court?

  1. To adopt the Rome Statute, which is the founding treaty of the Court

  2. To provide financial assistance to the Court

  3. To ensure that the trial is conducted fairly and in accordance with international law

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


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The United Nations General Assembly adopted the Rome Statute, which is the founding treaty of the Court. The General Assembly also provides financial assistance to the Court and elects the members of the Court's Board of Governors.

What is the role of the International Committee of the Red Cross in relation to the International Criminal Court?

  1. To provide humanitarian assistance to victims of crimes within the jurisdiction of the Court

  2. To provide legal advice to the Pre-Trial Chamber and the Trial Chamber

  3. To ensure that the trial is conducted fairly and in accordance with international law

  4. To represent the interests of the accused


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Committee of the Red Cross provides humanitarian assistance to victims of crimes within the jurisdiction of the Court. The Committee also works to ensure that the rights of victims are respected throughout the proceedings.

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