#1
Which document serves as the foundation of international human rights law?
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Geneva Conventions
United Nations Charter
European Convention on Human Rights
#2
Which organization is primarily responsible for overseeing the implementation of international human rights law?
World Health Organization (WHO)
International Criminal Court (ICC)
United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
#3
What is the purpose of the Geneva Conventions?
To regulate international trade
To protect civilians and prisoners of war during armed conflict
To promote global environmental conservation
To establish diplomatic relations between nations
#4
Which treaty specifically addresses the rights of persons with disabilities?
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
Convention on the Rights of the Child
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
#5
Which United Nations body is responsible for drafting and overseeing the implementation of human rights treaties?
United Nations Security Council
United Nations General Assembly
United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
United Nations Economic and Social Council
#6
Which human rights principle emphasizes that all individuals are equal and should be treated without discrimination?
Right to freedom of speech
Right to privacy
Right to non-discrimination
Right to education
#7
What is the significance of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)?
It focuses on economic, social, and cultural rights.
It establishes the framework for combating torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.
It protects the rights to life, freedom of religion, and freedom of expression, among others.
It addresses the rights of indigenous peoples.
#8
What does the principle of 'proportionality' mean in the context of human rights law?
Actions taken must not exceed what is necessary to achieve a legitimate aim
All individuals are entitled to equal protection under the law
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights
Governments must provide fair and impartial trials to accused individuals
#9
Which international treaty explicitly prohibits torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment?
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
#10
Which international tribunal is responsible for prosecuting individuals for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity?
European Court of Human Rights
International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY)
International Criminal Court (ICC)
International Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR)
#11
Which court has jurisdiction over cases involving alleged violations of international human rights law?
International Criminal Court (ICC)
European Court of Human Rights
International Court of Justice (ICJ)
International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS)
#12
What is the primary purpose of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
To prosecute individuals for war crimes and crimes against humanity
To settle legal disputes between states in accordance with international law
To provide financial assistance to developing countries
To monitor compliance with international environmental agreements
#13
Which treaty provides for the protection of the rights of migrant workers and their families?
Convention on the Rights of the Child
International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families
Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
#14
What is the significance of the concept of 'erga omnes' obligations in international law?
It refers to obligations owed to the international community as a whole.
It emphasizes the importance of non-discrimination in human rights law.
It outlines the responsibilities of individuals to respect international treaties.
It grants special privileges to certain states in international relations.
#15
What is the significance of the 'principle of complementarity' in the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC)?
It allows the ICC to prosecute individuals for crimes committed by non-state actors.
It requires the ICC to defer to national courts unless they are unwilling or unable to prosecute the case.
It grants the ICC jurisdiction over cases involving crimes against humanity.
It permits the ICC to prosecute individuals for crimes committed before its establishment.