Where is the headquarters of the International Court of Justice located?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is The Hague.

Key Points

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
The International Court of Justice was created with an aim to settle the disputes between states in accordance with international law and gives advisory opinions on international legal issues.
It was established in June 1945
It is the successor of the Permanent Court of International Justice (PCIJ).
As of 2024 August, Nawaf Salam is the current President of the International Court of Justice.

Additional Information

The headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) is located in Paris.
The headquarters of the International Monetary Fund(IMF) is located in Washington, D.C.
The headquarters of the United Nations is located in New York City.