#1
Which document serves as the foundation of international human rights law?
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
ExplanationFoundational document for international human rights standards.
#2
Which organization is primarily responsible for overseeing the implementation of international human rights law?
United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)
ExplanationMain body responsible for enforcing global human rights standards.
#3
What is the purpose of the Geneva Conventions?
To protect civilians and prisoners of war during armed conflict
ExplanationProtecting civilians and POWs in times of war.
#4
Which treaty specifically addresses the rights of persons with disabilities?
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
ExplanationTreaty ensuring rights and inclusion for persons with disabilities.
#5
Which United Nations body is responsible for drafting and overseeing the implementation of human rights treaties?
United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
ExplanationBody overseeing creation and implementation of human rights treaties.
#6
Which human rights principle emphasizes that all individuals are equal and should be treated without discrimination?
Right to non-discrimination
ExplanationPrinciple ensuring equal treatment for all, regardless of characteristics.
#7
What is the significance of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)?
It protects the rights to life, freedom of religion, and freedom of expression, among others.
ExplanationEnsures fundamental rights like life, religion, and expression.
#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
ExplanationEnsures actions are justified and not excessive.
#9
Which international treaty explicitly prohibits torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment?
Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment
ExplanationTreaty banning torture and cruel treatment.
#10
Which international tribunal is responsible for prosecuting individuals for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity?
International Criminal Court (ICC)
ExplanationTribunal prosecuting serious international crimes.
#11
Which court has jurisdiction over cases involving alleged violations of international human rights law?
European Court of Human Rights
ExplanationCourt handling alleged violations of human rights in Europe.
#12
What is the primary purpose of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
To settle legal disputes between states in accordance with international law
ExplanationResolving disputes between states under international law.
#13
Which treaty provides for the protection of the rights of migrant workers and their families?
International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families
ExplanationTreaty safeguarding rights of migrant workers and families.
#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.
ExplanationObligations owed universally to the international community.
#15
What is the significance of the 'principle of complementarity' in the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC)?
It requires the ICC to defer to national courts unless they are unwilling or unable to prosecute the case.
ExplanationICC defers to national courts unless they fail to prosecute.