Self Test Module I

1. There are 5 core UN Conventions.

True

False

2. The Universal Periodical Review is a new process adopted by the Human Rights Council.

True

False

3. An international Convention becomes legally binding once a State Party has signed and ratified it

True

False

4. The Treaty Bodies are composed by Experts appointed by the governments.

True

False

5. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) contains commitments to "non-discrimination" on the grounds of gender.

True

False

6. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has become binding as customary international law.

True

False

7. The UN Charter has an aim to guarantee equality between men and women

True

False

8. The Prologue of a Convention or a Treaty is legally binding.

True

False