ROLE OF THE INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE IN GLOBAL GOVERNANCE WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO THE JADHAV CASE (INDIA VS PAKISTAN, 2017)

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) plays a significant role in global governance by providing a platform for resolving international disputes and upholding international law. One case that exemplifies the importance of ICJ’s role in global governance is the Jadhav Case, a high-profile legal battle between India and Pakistan in 2017. This paper explores the Jadhav Case. Through a detailed examination of the proceedings, pleadings, and judgments of the ICJ, the paper also evaluates the Court's role in affirming the principles of international law, including the right to consular access, fair trial, and protection against arbitrary detention. Overall, this paper contributes to understanding the ICJ’s role in global governance and underscores the significance of its interventions in upholding international law and resolving disputes, as demonstrated by the Jadhav Case.