Set 3: Command of Evidence (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: D

PASSAGE

The Nuremberg Trials (1945-46) established precedents for international criminal law. 'Crimes against humanity' became a legal category. The defense of 'following orders' was rejected.

What legal principle did Nuremberg establish?

A. Following orders is always a valid defense.

B. Individuals are responsible for atrocities regardless of orders.

C. Only states can be prosecuted.

D. War crimes are impossible to define.✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Following orders was rejected' = individual accountability. The best evidence directly and explicitly supports the stated claim without requiring assumptions. Match specific textual details or data points to the claim being made. The correct answer provides clear, direct support. Strong evidence directly addresses the claim without requiring additional interpretation. When evaluating options, look for quotes or data that explicitly support the statement. Weak evidence may be tangentially related but doesn't provide direct proof.

Key Evidence:

• "The Nuremberg Trials (1945-46) established precedents for international criminal law"

• "'Crimes against humanity' became a legal category"

Why others are wrong: A (This option is incorrect.), B (This option is incorrect.), C (This option is incorrect.).

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