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15
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10
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5
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The International Court of Justice is composed of 15 judges elected to nine-year terms of office by the United Nations General Assembly and the Security Council. These organs vote simultaneously but separately. In order to be elected, a candidate must receive an absolute majority of the votes in both bodies.
Detailed explanation-2: -The number of judges in the Supreme Court in 2021 is 26, one Chief Justice of India and other honourable Judges.
Detailed explanation-3: -The chief function of the ICJ is to settle disputes submitted by parties according to international law. The Court also gives advisory opinions on legal matters submitted by any of the UN bodies or specialised agencies.
Detailed explanation-4: -There are currently 34 judges (including the Chief Justice) who comprise the Supreme Court of India, the highest court in the country. The maximum possible strength is 34.