Sage-Tips

What is ICJ biggest challenge?

The effectiveness of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is critical for global survival and progress in the 21st century. Modern issues concerning environmental protection, terrorism, and human trafficking—among many others—are global problems deserving of attention from a global court.

Can an individual be tried in International Court of Justice?

Territorial or personal jurisdiction requirements Therefore, an individual can only be prosecuted if he or she has either (1) committed a crime within the territorial jurisdiction of the Court or (2) committed a crime while being a national of a state that is within the territorial jurisdiction of the Court.

What types of cases does the International Court of Justice handle?

The UN’s International Court of Justice issues both:

• Judgments in contentious cases, resolving disputes between two states.
• Advisory opinions, advising other UN bodies on legal principles.

What challenges do the international courts face?

Challenges include the issue of juris- diction, the impartiality of judges (and the potential bias that exists in the judicial procedure), and the problem of enforcement. Regardless, the international com- munity trusts the International Court of Justice.

What challenges does the International Criminal Court face?

Global challenges that the International Criminal Court system can tackle include:

• Lack of access to justice at the national level;
• Gender inequality and sexual violence;
• The refugee crisis and internal displacement;
• Conflict-driven famine;
• The destruction of humanity’s cultural heritage;

Is decision of International Court of Justice binding?

The judgment is final, binding on the parties to a case and without appeal (at the most it may be subject to interpretation or, upon the discovery of a new fact, revision).

How many high courts are there in India?

The High Court stands at the head of a State’s judicial administration. There are 24 High Courts in the country, three having jurisdiction over more than one State. Among the Union Territories Delhi alone has a High Court of its own.

How to become a judge in India?

To be eligible for appointment as a Judge one must be a citizen of India and have held a judicial office in India for ten years or must have practised as an Adovcate of a High Court or two or more such Courts in succession for a similar period.

What is the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India?

The Supreme Court has special advisory jurisdiction in matters which may specifically be referred to it by the President of India under Article 143 of the Constitution.

How is a letter addressed to the Chief Justice of India dealt with?

A Writ Petition filed at the Filing Counter is dealt with like any other Writ Petition and processed as such. In case of a letter addressed to Hon’ble the Chief Justice of India the same is dealt with in accordance with the guidelines framed for the purpose.