History & Civics
Mention the functions of the International Court of Justice as regards its Compulsory Jurisdiction.
Answer
The International Court of Justice has Compulsory Jurisdiction in the following areas:
- Against the background that a large number of treaties provide that disputes are submitted to the Court.
- Disputes pertaining to the interpretation of international law.
- Reparation, i.e., compensation to be made for the breach of an international obligation.
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