Question

Two statements are given. Choose the correct option based on the statements
Statements :
1. The International Court of Justice can hear disputes only between States
2. Individuals have no local standi before the International Court of Justice

• A. Only the statement (1) is true
• B. Only the statement (2) is true
• C. Both statements (1) and (2) are true
• D. Both statements (1) and (2) are false

Hint:

Remember that the ICJ is a court for countries (states) only.
For international criminal prosecutions of individuals, the correct body is the International Criminal Court (ICC), not the ICJ.
Keeping this distinction in mind is crucial.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Verify Statement 1.
Under Article 34 of the ICJ Statute, only States may be parties to contentious cases before the ICJ. Statement 1 is correct.
Step 2: Verify Statement 2.
Individuals, corporations, and non-state entities have no locus standi (standing) before the ICJ as parties. Statement 2 is also correct.
Step 3: Select the answer.
Both statements are true, reflecting core principles of ICJ jurisdiction under its founding statute.
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