Questions and Answers
What is the principal unit in international relations according to the 'givens' of international relations?
Nation
What is the most important legal mechanism in international relations?
International agreement
What is the most important principle of international law according to the text?
Pacta sunt servanda
What is the main function of domestic law according to the text?
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Why do states comply with international law according to the text?
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Study Notes
International Relations Fundamentals
- The principal unit in international relations is the state.
International Law
- The most important legal mechanism in international relations is treaty.
- The most important principle of international law is sovereignty.
Domestic Law and Function
- The main function of domestic law is to regulate the behavior of individuals within a state.
State Compliance with International Law
- States comply with international law due to self-interest, reciprocity, and reputation.
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