Multiple choice

Which of the following can request the International Court of Justice to give an advisory opinion?

  1. State

  2. General Assembly

  3. International Law Commission

  4. Individual
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Under the Statute of the International Court of Justice and the UN Charter, advisory opinions can be requested by the General Assembly, the Security Council, and other authorized UN organs and specialized agencies. Individual states, individuals, and bodies like the International Law Commission lack the standing to request advisory opinions directly.

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