10 Questions
What is the primary concern of Rule 47?
Defining unnecessary suffering and superfluous injury
Who is considered hors de combat under Rule 47?
Anyone who is in the power of an adverse party or defenceless
What is the requirement for a person to maintain protection under Rule 47?
They must clearly express an intention to surrender and abstain from hostile acts
What is the consequence of attacking your enemy or attempting to escape after surrendering?
You will lose protection under Rule 47
What is the scope of Rule 47?
Applicable in both IAC and NIAC
What is the underlying principle of Rule 47?
The theory of humanization of warfare
What is required for a person to be considered as having surrendered?
They must clearly express an intention to surrender
What is the current practice regarding surrender?
There is no uniform practice on when a person can surrender
What is the purpose of Rule 47?
To prevent attacks on persons hors de combat
What is the relationship between Rule 47 and the concept of hors de combat?
Rule 47 defines the concept of hors de combat
Test your knowledge of the Geneva Convention's Article 51, which deals with the principles of military conduct and the protection of civilians. Understand the concept of 'excessive' military advantage and its implications. Learn about the rules of engagement in armed conflicts.
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