Multiple choice

Which of the following statements in regard to the working of the International Court of Justice is not correct?

  1. All questions before it are decided by a majority of the judges present

  2. The court is permanently in session at The Hague, but may hold its meetings elsewhere, if necessary

  3. Whenever its opinion is sought by the UN, it must be accepted by a simple majority vote

  4. Cases may be referred to the Court by member-nations involved in a dispute, in which case the Court s decision is binding upon them
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Advisory opinions of the International Court of Justice are not binding on the UN or the requesting body; they are advisory in nature and do not require a simple majority vote for acceptance by the UN.

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