What does the rule of exhaustion of local remedies generally require before an international claim is brought?
Correct answer: A. Available and effective remedies in the responsible state should normally be pursued first
- A. Available and effective remedies in the responsible state should normally be pursued first
- B. The injured person must obtain approval from the United Nations General Assembly
- C. The claimant must first bring the dispute before an international criminal court
- D. The responsible state must admit liability before domestic proceedings can begin
Explanation
The rule normally requires an injured person to use reasonably available and effective remedies in the respondent state before international proceedings. It is subject to exceptions, such as when remedies are unavailable or clearly ineffective.
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