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What is the main focus of the Second Geneva Convention?
What is the main focus of the Second Geneva Convention?
Protection of wounded, sick, and shipwrecked at sea.
What is the purpose of the Third Geneva Convention?
What is the purpose of the Third Geneva Convention?
Treatment of prisoners of war.
What does the Fourth Geneva Convention aim to protect?
What does the Fourth Geneva Convention aim to protect?
Protection of civilians in times of war.
What is the function of Hague-Type Law?
What is the function of Hague-Type Law?
What are the three specific areas covered by Hague-Type Law?
What are the three specific areas covered by Hague-Type Law?
The Hague Conventions of 1899 were mostly replaced and completed by the Hague Conventions of 1907.
The Hague Conventions of 1899 were mostly replaced and completed by the Hague Conventions of 1907.
When were the Rules of air warfare drafted at the Hague?
When were the Rules of air warfare drafted at the Hague?
What are some examples of various treaties relating to specific weapons?
What are some examples of various treaties relating to specific weapons?
What does Mixed-Type Law consist of?
What does Mixed-Type Law consist of?
The Hague Conventions for the protection of cultural property of 1954 are a part of Mixed-Type Law.
The Hague Conventions for the protection of cultural property of 1954 are a part of Mixed-Type Law.
When were the two Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions of 1949 issued?
When were the two Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions of 1949 issued?
What does Protocol I of the Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions relate to?
What does Protocol I of the Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions relate to?
What does Protocol II of the Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions focus on?
What does Protocol II of the Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions focus on?
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International Humanitarian Law
International Humanitarian Law
A set of international laws that protect people during armed conflicts.
Geneva Convention II
Geneva Convention II
Protects wounded, sick, and shipwrecked military personnel at sea.
Geneva Convention III
Geneva Convention III
Protects prisoners of war and ensures their humane treatment.
Geneva Convention IV
Geneva Convention IV
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Hague-Type Law
Hague-Type Law
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Conduct of Combat
Conduct of Combat
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Concept of Occupation
Concept of Occupation
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Concept of Neutrality
Concept of Neutrality
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Hague Conventions of 1899 and 1907
Hague Conventions of 1899 and 1907
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Rules of Air Warfare (1923)
Rules of Air Warfare (1923)
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Treaties Related to Specific Weapons
Treaties Related to Specific Weapons
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Hague Conventions for the Protection of Cultural Property (1954)
Hague Conventions for the Protection of Cultural Property (1954)
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Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions (1949)
Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions (1949)
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Protocol I
Protocol I
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Protocol II
Protocol II
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Mixed-Type Law
Mixed-Type Law
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Difference between the Geneva Conventions and Hague-type law
Difference between the Geneva Conventions and Hague-type law
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Study Notes
Geneva Conventions
- The Second Geneva Convention protects wounded, sick, and shipwrecked at sea.
- The Third Geneva Convention deals with the treatment of prisoners of war.
- The Fourth Geneva Convention protects civilians during wartime.
Hague-Type Law
- Provides rules for the conduct of hostilities, focusing on methods and means of combat.
- Covers conduct of combat.
- Includes the concept of occupation.
- Includes the concept of neutrality.
The Law Comprises:
- The Hague Conventions (1899 & 1907) were mainly superseded by later Conventions (land & sea).
- The Hague rules for air warfare (1923).
- Various treaties concerning specific weapons (e.g., explosive projectiles, expanding bullets, poison weapons, gases, bacteriological weapons, non-detectable fragments, booby traps, mines, etc.).
Mixed-Type Law
- Combines Hague and Geneva conventions.
- Includes the Hague Conventions for the protection of cultural property (1954).
- Includes two Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions of 1949:
- Protocol I on international armed conflicts.
- Protocol II on non-international armed conflicts.
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This quiz covers key aspects of International Humanitarian Law, including the Geneva and Hague Conventions. Learn about the protection of individuals in armed conflict, the treatment of prisoners, and rules governing warfare. Test your knowledge on the relevant legal frameworks and their significance in modern conflicts.
