What is the primary function of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the primary function of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
A. To prosecute individuals for war crimes
B. To settle legal disputes between states
C. To provide economic aid
D. To regulate trade
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The ICJ, located in The Hague, settles legal disputes between sovereign states.

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Practice More International Organizations Questions

Question #1
UNICEF was originally known as:
A. United Nations Child Health Organisation
B. United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund
C. United Nations Children’s Fund
D. United Nations Child Education Fund

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
UNICEF was created in 1946 as the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund; the name was shortened but the acronym was retained.

Question #2
Which organization has a mission to eradicate extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity?
A. World Bank
B. WTO
C. UNICEF
D. IMF

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The World Bank Group's stated goals are to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity.

Question #3
Which of the following is not a specialized agency of the UN?
A. World Health Organization (WHO)
B. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
C. International Labour Organization (ILO)
D. World Trade Organization (WTO)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The WTO is an independent organization that maintains a cooperative relationship with the UN but is not a specialized agency.