Myanmar Commission Finds No Evidence Of Genocide Against Rohingya

In 2017, abuses in Myanmar's Rakhine State were investigated by an Independent Commission of Inquiry, which found no evidence of genocide against Rohingya Muslims, though it acknowledged war crimes and human rights violations. Critics argue the report attempts to whitewash the situation, as thousands of Rohingya have died or fled to Bangladesh. Myanmar claims it was combating extremism. The UN's top court is set to decide on emergency measures in a genocide case filed by Gambia, accusing Myanmar of violating the 1948 Genocide Convention.

What did the Independent Commission of Inquiry conclude about the 2017 events in Rakhine State?

• They found evidence of ethnic cleansing.

• They found no evidence of genocide.

• They found evidence of genocide.

• They found no human rights violations.

What is the main criticism of the report by the Independent Commission of Inquiry?

• It attempts to whitewash the situation.

• It underestimates the number of refugees.

• It exaggerates the situation.

• It supports the claims of ethnic cleansing.

How many Rohingya Muslims fled to Bangladesh due to the 2017 events?

• Over 1,000,000

• Over 500,000

• Over 100,000

• Over 700,000

Which country filed a genocide case against Myanmar at the UN's top court?

• Thailand

• Gambia

• India

• Bangladesh

What international convention does the genocide case against Myanmar claim was violated?

• The 1948 Genocide Convention

• The Geneva Convention

• The Convention on the Rights of the Child

• The Universal Declaration of Human Rights