UPSC Topic Explained: What is the International Criminal Court, and why did Venezuela leave it?
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has come into focus after Venezuela announced its withdrawal from the tribunal, citing concerns over alleged geographical bias. This UPSC-focused explainer covers the ICC’s origin, mandate, Rome Statute, principle of complementarity and differences from the ICJ. It also examines Venezuela’s decision, the impact of withdrawal and the relevance of international criminal justice institutions for UPSC aspirants preparing for GS-II, International Relations and global governance topics.
