Geneva Convention Quiz

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What would enable every government to proceed uniformly without differences of opinion or interpretation?

Preparing interpretations and definitions of fundamental terms (correct)

Recoding private votes with regard to article 11

Signing the Anti-War Pact of Rio de Janeiro

The recent peace address of the United States Government

What did the delegates of Brazil and Peru believe about the doctrine in principle?

It is already a part of the law of nations

It needs to be further discussed in the International Conference

It should be codified as positive international law

It should not be codified as it is not universally accepted (correct)

What did the United States Government promise to scrupulously follow in its international associations and relationships?

The Anti-War Pact of Rio de Janeiro

The recent peace address of President Roosevelt

The doctrines and policies pursued since March 4 (correct)

The doctrines and principles proposed by the International Conference

What action did Honduras and the United States take with regard to the proposed doctrines and principles?

They recorded a private vote stating their acceptance but reluctance to codify it Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason cited by Honduras and the United States for not considering the doctrine codifiable?

Some countries had not yet signed the Anti-War Pact of Rio de Janeiro Signup and view all the answers

What was the private vote recorded by Brazil and Peru with regard to article 11?

They accepted the doctrine in principle but did not consider it codifiable Signup and view all the answers

Which country's Plenipotentiaries are not mentioned in the text?

Brazil Signup and view all the answers

When did the Convention on Rights and Duties of States enter into force?

July 13, 1934 Signup and view all the answers

Who represented the United States of America as Plenipotentiaries?

SPRUILLE BRADEN Signup and view all the answers

Which country is represented by the Plenipotentiaries HECTOR DAVID CASTRO, ARTURO RAMON AVILA, and J.CIPRIANO CASTRO?

El Salvador Signup and view all the answers

What does Article 12 of the Convention on the Rights and Duties of States state about the inviolability of a state's territory?

It cannot be the object of military occupation or force by another state for any reason, even temporarily Signup and view all the answers

According to Article 14, how will the present Convention enter into force between the High Contracting Parties?

By exchanging ratifications in a specific order Signup and view all the answers

What action can a State take to denounce the present Convention, according to Article 15?

Denounce with one year's notice to the Pan American Union Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Article 16 of the present Convention?

To allow States that are not signatories to adhere and join the Convention Signup and view all the answers

What was the express reservation presented by the Delegation of the United States of America when signing the Convention?

"The policy and attitude of the United States Government toward every important phase of international relationships in this hemisphere could scarcely be made more clear and definite than they have been made by both word and action" Signup and view all the answers

What does Secretary of State Cordell Hull emphasize about the Roosevelt Administration's position in international relationships?

"The United States Government is as much opposed as any other government to interference with freedom, sovereignty, or other internal affairs or processes of other nations" Signup and view all the answers

According to Secretary of State Cordell Hull, what is President Roosevelt's disposition in dealing with international treaties?

"President Roosevelt expressed his disposition to open negotiations with foreign governments for dealing with existing treaties" Signup and view all the answers

What does President Roosevelt's public statement imply about the United States' approach towards other nations' sovereignty?

"The United States is committed to non-intervention in other nations' internal affairs" Signup and view all the answers

What did President Roosevelt express during recent weeks regarding negotiations with the Cuban Government?

"President Roosevelt expressed his willingness to open negotiations with the Cuban Government regarding existing treaties" Signup and view all the answers

What does President Roosevelt's willingness to open negotiations with the Cuban Government indicate about his approach?

He is open to diplomatic dialogue and peaceful resolution of issues with foreign governments Signup and view all the answers

What does Article 13 state regarding the ratification of the present Convention?

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uruguay shall transmit authentic certified copies for ratification Signup and view all the answers

What does Article 16 state regarding adherence and accession to the present Convention?

The instruments shall be communicated to all High Contracting Parties by the Pan American Union Signup and view all the answers

What qualifications should a state possess as a person of international law?

A permanent population, defined territory, and government Signup and view all the answers

What does the recognition of a state signify according to the text?

Recognition is unconditional and irrevocable Signup and view all the answers

What are the fundamental rights of states?

They are not susceptible to being affected in any manner whatsoever Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of tacit recognition of a state?

It results from any act which implies the intention of recognizing the new state Signup and view all the answers

What is the precise obligation established as the rule of conduct for contracting states?

To settle differences by recognized pacific methods Signup and view all the answers

What does Article 8 of the text prohibit?

Intervention in the internal or external affairs of another state Signup and view all the answers

What does recognition imply?

It implies acceptance of the personality of the recognized state with all rights and duties determined by international law Signup and view all the answers

What does Article 2 of the text assert about federal states?

'Federal state' constitutes a sole person in the eyes of international law Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Uniformity in Governments

Uniformity among governments can be achieved by having a codified doctrine that eliminates differences of opinion or interpretation.

Delegates' Opinions

Brazil and Peru believed that the doctrine was sound in principle.

US Government's Stance

The US Government promised to scrupulously follow the principles in its international associations and relationships.

Honduras and US Action

Honduras and the US took joint action with regard to the proposed doctrines and principles.

Reason for Not Codifying

Honduras and the US cited the complexity of the doctrine as the reason for not considering it codifiable.

Private Vote

Brazil and Peru recorded a private vote on Article 11.

Absent Country

Chile's Plenipotentiaries are not mentioned in the text.

Convention on Rights and Duties of States

The Convention on Rights and Duties of States entered into force on December 26, 1934.

US Plenipotentiaries

The US was represented by Plenipotentiaries J. Reuben Clark, C. G. Fenwick, and R. W. Flournoy.

Honduran Plenipotentiaries

Honduras was represented by Plenipotentiaries HECTOR DAVID CASTRO, ARTURO RAMON AVILA, and J.CIPRIANO CASTRO.

Inviolability of Territory

Article 12 states that the territory of a state is inviolable, and cannot be the object of occupation, military or otherwise.

Entry into Force

Article 14 states that the Convention will enter into force between the High Contracting Parties in the order in which they deposit their ratifications.

Denunciation of the Convention

Article 15 states that a State can denounce the Convention by giving one year's notice.

Purpose of Article 16

Article 16 is for the purpose of adherence and accession to the Convention.

US Reservation

The US Delegation presented an express reservation when signing the Convention.

Roosevelt Administration's Position

Secretary of State Cordell Hull emphasized that the Roosevelt Administration's position in international relationships is to promote mutual respect and friendship.

President Roosevelt's Disposition

According to Secretary of State Cordell Hull, President Roosevelt is disposed to be open and friendly in dealing with international treaties.

US Approach to Sovereignty

President Roosevelt's public statement implies that the US respects the sovereignty of other nations.

Negotiations with Cuba

President Roosevelt expressed a willingness to open negotiations with the Cuban Government, indicating a desire to establish friendly relations.

Ratification and Adherence

Article 13 states that ratification is required to make the Convention binding, and Article 16 provides for adherence and accession.

Qualifications of a State

A state should possess the qualifications of a person of international law.

Recognition of a State

Recognition of a state signifies its existence as a sovereign entity.

Fundamental Rights of States

The fundamental rights of states include the right to existence, sovereignty, and equality.

Tacit Recognition

Tacit recognition of a state implies its de facto existence and sovereignty.

Rule of Conduct

The precise obligation established as the rule of conduct for contracting states is to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other states.

Article 8

Article 8 prohibits the use of force or threat of force to resolve disputes.

Recognition and Implications

Recognition implies the acceptance of a state's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Federal States

Article 2 asserts that federal states are equal to unitary states in international law.

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Test your knowledge of the Geneva Convention with this quiz. Answer questions about the principles and provisions outlined in the Convention.