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Which of the following is NOT considered a source of international law?
What characterizes soft law in international relations?
Which of the following examples constitutes hard law?
How do international judicial and arbitral bodies assist in determining international law decisions?
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What is a key distinction between soft law and hard law?
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Which historical figures were referenced as supreme authorities in shaping international law?
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Which type of legal principle is recognized universally across civilized legal systems?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a General Assembly Resolution?
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What is the significance of the ASEAN Charter implemented on December 15, 2008?
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Which of the following countries joined ASEAN last among the ten Member States?
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What role does the ASEAN Charter play regarding compliance and accountability?
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Under which article of the United Nations Charter will the ASEAN Charter be registered?
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What are the primary aims of ASEAN as stated in the content provided?
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What significant event occurred one month after Palau's independence?
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What is required for the formal elimination of the Trusteeship Council?
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How many judges are on the International Court of Justice?
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Which bodies are involved in electing the judges of the International Court of Justice?
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What is the primary function of the International Court of Justice?
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What stipulation is made regarding the nationality of judges in the International Court of Justice?
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What type of participation is required from States to decide disputes in the International Court of Justice?
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What percentage of votes is required in the General Assembly for amendments to the UN Charter to come into effect?
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What does international law primarily govern?
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What is a key difference between national law and international law?
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Which of the following best describes the source of national law?
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Which statement regarding public international law is correct?
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What characterizes international law in contrast to national law?
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What role do treaties and conventions play in international law?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding private international law?
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In what context is the concept of sovereignty most relevant?
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What role does recognition play in establishing statehood for entities that may lack complete criteria fulfillment?
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Which criteria does an entity need to satisfy to be recognized as a state according to the Montevideo Convention?
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What is a characteristic of sovereignty in state relations?
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Which historic event is commonly associated with the modern concept of sovereignty?
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What distinguishes Vatican City in terms of state recognition?
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Which of the following statements about sovereignty is true?
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Why might an entity without a permanent population still be recognized as a state?
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What is essential for an entity to operate effectively as a state despite not meeting all Montevideo criteria?
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Study Notes
International Law
- Governs relationships between nations, integrating international organizations and individual human rights aspects.
National Law vs International Law
- National law (or Municipal Law) regulates individual conduct within a state; international law governs relations among states.
- National law focuses on domestic affairs; international law addresses inter-state relations.
- National law operates based on command and sanction; international law is founded on consent and consensus.
- Sources of national law include legislation; international law derives from treaties, conventions, customs, and judicial decisions.
Public International Law vs Private International Law
- Public International Law deals with state relations and governance among sovereign states.
- Historical writers like Gentili, Grotius, and Vattel shaped the scope and principles of international law.
Sources of International Law
- General Assembly Resolutions reflect decisions made by UN member states.
- Example resolutions include one addressing humanitarian issues in Ukraine and another on humanitarian aid to Gaza.
- Equity is a recognized principle that informs international law practices.
Soft Law vs Hard Law
- Soft law comprises non-binding guidelines, principles, and standards found in treaties awaiting enforcement, resolutions, and declarations.
- Hard law refers to legally binding obligations, enforceable in courts, including treaties and customary laws.
- Examples of soft law include the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development and various UN General Assembly resolutions.
Recognition of States
- Recognition allows entities with limited criteria to function as independent states internationally, as seen with Vatican City.
- Vatican City's statehood was established through the Lateran Pacts in 1929, irrespective of its small size and non-permanent population.
State Sovereignty
- Sovereignty denotes a state's right to self-governance without external interference, reflecting independence and equality between states.
- It's rooted in the Treaty of Westphalia, signed in 1648, which established the modern concept of state sovereignty.
- The Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands (Palau) became the 185th UN member after gaining independence, marking the end of the Trusteeship Council's operations.
International Court of Justice (ICJ)
- The main judicial body of the UN, located in The Hague, Netherlands, aiming to resolve legal disputes among states.
- Composed of 15 judges elected for nine-year terms; each state can only have one judge serving on the Court.
- Compliance with the ICJ's decisions is mandatory for states that voluntarily participate in its proceedings.
ASEAN Charter
- Established on December 15, 2008, it serves as the constitution for ASEAN, providing legal frameworks for the organization.
- Codifies ASEAN norms and values while presenting accountability mechanisms for member states.
- The Charter functions as a legally binding agreement among ASEAN member nations and will be registered with the UN.
Aims and Objectives of ASEAN
- Promotes cooperation in various fields, including economics, culture, and education, while ensuring regional peace and stability.
- Upholds a commitment to justice and the rule of law in regional affairs.
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Explore the definitions and scope of international law as outlined in Black's Law Dictionary. This quiz covers the legal framework governing relationships between nations and the involvement of international organizations and individuals. Test your understanding of the fundamental concepts of international relations and law.