What is the tenure of judges who serve in the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?

Three years

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Six years

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Nine years

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Ten years

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Solution

The correct option is C Nine years
The ICJ or International Court of Justice comprises of 15 judges, selected by the General Assembly and the Security Council. Each judge has to serve for a tenure of 9 years. The ICJ can help resolve disputes only if the nation approaches the body. The judges interpret international laws and advise different organs of the UN on legal issues.

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