International Treaties Overview
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What is the initial step in the treaty-making process?

  • Signing of the treaty by the representatives
  • Registration with the UN
  • Negotiation (correct)
  • Exchange of ratification instruments

    • Which principle states that a treaty binds only the parties involved?

  • Pacta sunt servanda
  • Rebuc sic standibus
  • Consensus ad idem
  • Pacta tertiis nec nocent nec prosunt (correct)

    • What must occur after the signing of the treaty?

  • Exchange of ratification instruments (correct)
  • Ratification by the public
  • Negotiate additional clauses
  • Review by international courts

    • What does the principle 'Pacta sunt servanda' emphasize?

    <p>Agreements must be kept</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the treaty-making process?

    <p>Public voting on the treaty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT required for a state to exist?

    <p>Homogeneous population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'sovereignty' in the context of a state?

    <p>A state can govern itself without external authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods of state creation involves a peaceful transfer of territory?

    <p>Cession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'prescription' refer to in the context of acquiring territory?

    <p>The continuous and uninterrupted possession of land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT contribute to state recognition?

    <p>Population size of the state being recognized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential characteristic of a state's government?

    <p>It must operate under its own laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element does NOT define the territory of a state?

    <p>Definitive boundaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of 'accretion'?

    <p>Gaining land by natural flood deposits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary measure for defining poverty in the Philippines?

    <p>Per capita income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which goal focuses specifically on strengthening institutions to promote peace and justice?

    <p>Goal 16</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what level of Maslow's Hierarchy do individuals seek personal safety and security?

    <p>Safety and Security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Sustainable Development Goal directly addresses responsible consumption?

    <p>Goal 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the poverty incidence in the Philippines indicate about its population?

    <p>One in five people is considered poor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main principle behind the doctrine of incorporation in international law?

    <p>The country adopts general principles of international law as part of its domestic law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following acts exemplifies the doctrine of incorporation?

    <p>Anti-Torture Act of 2009</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What requirement does the doctrine of transformation impose for international laws to become part of national law?

    <p>Legislative body must enact the principles as national law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Philippines contribute to global efforts in climate change according to the doctrine of incorporation?

    <p>Through the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of national law as opposed to international law?

    <p>National law applies to individuals within a state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legislative action is required for treaties to become effective under the doctrine of transformation?

    <p>Concurrence of two-thirds of the Senate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of international law, what does the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1995 signify?

    <p>It aligns domestic legislation with international biodiversity goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between the President and treaty enactment under the doctrine of transformation?

    <p>The President must seek legislative approval for treaties to become law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary governing framework for International Conventions?

    <p>International Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treaty between the Philippines and the USA was signed to support each other if attacked?

    <p>Mutual Defense Treaty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the International Conventions on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) primarily protect?

    <p>Civil and political rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which international treaty establishes a duty to prevent and punish genocide?

    <p>Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes Regional Customs in international law?

    <p>Rules consistent within a specific area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of Special Customs between states?

    <p>They arise from long-continued practice accepted as regulating relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court?

    <p>To exercise criminal jurisdiction over international crimes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Opinio juris in International Customs?

    <p>Belief that a practice is obligatory due to an existing rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key reason for the emergence of sustainable development as a concept?

    <p>To balance economic and social needs with environmental capacity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)?

    <p>To ensure financial stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Sustainable Development Goal specifically targets environmental sustainability?

    <p>Goal 13: Climate Action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate aim of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

    <p>To address poverty, inequalities, and climate change by 2030.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the principle of sustainable development?

    <p>Present needs should not undermine future generations' ability to meet their needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted in 2015?

    <p>17</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the significant improvements noted from the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)?

    <p>Decrease in the proportion of people living on less than $1.25 a day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining feature of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) compared to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)?

    <p>The SDGs have a broader scope, targeting more specific issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Treaties

    • A treaty is an international agreement conducted between states.

    Steps in treaty making

    • Negotiation
    • Signing of the treaty by the representatives
    • Exchange of ratification instruments
    • Ratification of the treaty by the constitutional organs of the respective states
    • Registration with and publication by the Secretariat of the United Nations (UN)

    Basic Principles Concerning treaties

    • Pacta tertiis nec nocent nec prosunt – A treaty binds the parties and only the parties
    • Pacta sunt servanda – Agreements must be kept
    • Rebus sic stantibus – Things standing thus

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    This quiz covers the fundamentals of international treaties, including their definition, steps in treaty making, and basic principles governing them. Test your knowledge on the procedural aspects of treaties and the principles that guide legal agreements between states.

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