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The International Criminal Court

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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What is the primary function of the International Criminal Court?

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

  2. To resolve disputes between nations.

  3. To promote international cooperation in law enforcement.

  4. To provide legal assistance to developing countries.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC is a court of last resort that investigates and prosecutes individuals for the most serious crimes of concern to the international community, such as genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.

When was the International Criminal Court established?

  1. 1998

  2. 2002

  3. 2005

  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.

Which countries are members of the International Criminal Court?

  1. All countries in the world.

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

  3. Only countries that are members of the United Nations.

  4. Only countries that are members of the European Union.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As of 2023, 123 countries have signed and ratified the Rome Statute, making them members of the ICC.

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

  1. The ICC is a subsidiary body of the United Nations.

  2. The ICC is an independent body that cooperates with the United Nations.

  3. The ICC is a branch of the International Court of Justice.

  4. The ICC is a separate organization that has no relationship with the United Nations.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The ICC is an independent judicial body that is not part of the United Nations system, but it cooperates with the United Nations and its agencies.

What is the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court?

  1. The ICC can only prosecute individuals for crimes committed in member states.

  2. The ICC can only prosecute individuals for crimes committed during international armed conflicts.

  3. The ICC can only prosecute individuals for crimes committed against nationals of member states.

  4. The ICC can prosecute individuals for crimes committed anywhere in the world, regardless of their nationality or the location of the crime.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICC has jurisdiction over crimes committed anywhere in the world, provided that the crime is one of the crimes that the ICC has jurisdiction over, such as genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.

What are the crimes that the International Criminal Court has jurisdiction over?

  1. Genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.

  2. Crimes of aggression.

  3. Drug trafficking.

  4. Terrorism.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC has jurisdiction over the crimes of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. The crime of aggression was added to the ICC's jurisdiction in 2018, but it has not yet been activated.

Who can be prosecuted by the International Criminal Court?

  1. Individuals.

  2. States.

  3. Organizations.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC can only prosecute individuals, not states, organizations, or other entities.

How does the International Criminal Court investigate and prosecute crimes?

  1. Through a process of investigation, arrest, and trial.

  2. Through a process of negotiation and mediation.

  3. Through a process of arbitration and adjudication.

  4. Through a process of diplomacy and sanctions.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC investigates and prosecutes crimes through a process that involves gathering evidence, issuing arrest warrants, and holding trials.

What are the penalties that the International Criminal Court can impose?

  1. Imprisonment.

  2. Fines.

  3. Reparations.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICC can impose a variety of penalties on convicted individuals, including imprisonment, fines, and reparations.

What are some of the challenges that the International Criminal Court faces?

  1. Lack of cooperation from states.

  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 states, lack of funding, and political pressure.

What are some of the successes of the International Criminal Court?

  1. The conviction of former Liberian President Charles Taylor.

  2. The conviction of former Congolese warlord Thomas Lubanga.

  3. The conviction of former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICC has had a number of successes, including the conviction of former Liberian President Charles Taylor, former Congolese warlord Thomas Lubanga, and former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir.

What is the future of the International Criminal Court?

  1. The ICC will continue to play an important role in promoting international justice.

  2. The ICC will face increasing challenges in the future.

  3. The ICC will eventually be replaced by another international court.

  4. The ICC will be abolished.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICC is likely to continue to play an important role in promoting international justice, despite the challenges that it faces.

What can individuals do to support the International Criminal Court?

  1. Learn about the ICC and its work.

  2. Advocate for the ICC's independence and impartiality.

  3. Support organizations that work to promote international justice.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individuals can support the ICC by learning about its work, advocating for its independence and impartiality, and supporting organizations that work to promote international justice.

What are some of the criticisms of the International Criminal Court?

  1. The ICC is too expensive.

  2. The ICC is biased against African countries.

  3. The ICC is ineffective.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICC has been criticized for being too expensive, biased against African countries, and ineffective.

What are some of the reforms that have been proposed for the International Criminal Court?

  1. Expanding the ICC's jurisdiction to include crimes of aggression.

  2. Making the ICC more efficient and effective.

  3. Increasing the ICC's funding.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A number of reforms have been proposed for the ICC, including expanding its jurisdiction to include crimes of aggression, making it more efficient and effective, and increasing its funding.

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