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What was a significant influence of the Pope during the late Middle Ages in Europe?
What was a significant influence of the Pope during the late Middle Ages in Europe?
Which philosopher is known for theorizing the concept of absolute state sovereignty?
Which philosopher is known for theorizing the concept of absolute state sovereignty?
What event is commonly associated with the emergence of the modern international state system?
What event is commonly associated with the emergence of the modern international state system?
Which concept suggests that all humans have the capacity to understand good and evil?
Which concept suggests that all humans have the capacity to understand good and evil?
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Which entity is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the international institutions established in the twentieth century?
Which entity is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the international institutions established in the twentieth century?
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What did Jean Bodin argue regarding the authority of the sovereign?
What did Jean Bodin argue regarding the authority of the sovereign?
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Which of these roles was emphasized as necessary post-World War II?
Which of these roles was emphasized as necessary post-World War II?
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Which thinkers' theories on state sovereignty followed those of Jean Bodin?
Which thinkers' theories on state sovereignty followed those of Jean Bodin?
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What is a primary characteristic of National Law?
What is a primary characteristic of National Law?
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Which statement best describes the limitation of National Law?
Which statement best describes the limitation of National Law?
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What is the primary focus of the International Law of Coexistence?
What is the primary focus of the International Law of Coexistence?
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Which analogy best illustrates the principle of the International Law of Coexistence?
Which analogy best illustrates the principle of the International Law of Coexistence?
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How does the International Law of Cooperation primarily arise?
How does the International Law of Cooperation primarily arise?
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What distinguishes the International Law of Cooperation from the International Law of Coexistence?
What distinguishes the International Law of Cooperation from the International Law of Coexistence?
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Which of the following represents a topic covered by the International Law of Cooperation?
Which of the following represents a topic covered by the International Law of Cooperation?
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What is necessary for International Law to be defined as a legal discipline?
What is necessary for International Law to be defined as a legal discipline?
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Study Notes
Law and Its Purpose
- Law is a system of rules enforced by a state or community.
- The main purpose of national law is to regulate disputes between citizens and between citizens and the state.
- National law is limited by its sovereignty.
- International Law emerged to regulate interactions between states and citizens of different countries.
- International Law of Coexistence regulates interactions between sovereign states.
- International Law of Cooperation deals with issues of international concern, often addressed through treaties.
Historical Development of International Law
- The International Law of Coexistence predates the Law of Cooperation.
- The development of International Law is connected to the emergence of nation-states in Europe during the late Middle Ages.
- The influence of the Catholic Church and theories of natural law contributed to the development of legal norms.
Key Figures and Concepts
- Jean Bodin (1530-1596) developed the theory of state sovereignty, emphasizing the absolute and indivisible power of the sovereign.
- Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679) and John Locke (1632-1704) further elaborated on the concept of sovereignty.
- The Peace of Westphalia (1648) marked the beginning of the modern international state system.
- The treaty established key principles such as state sovereignty, diplomacy, and international relations.
Modern International Organizations
- The United Nations (UN) was founded to promote international cooperation and prevent war.
- International Court of Justice (ICJ) is a primary judicial organ of the UN.
- Security Council and General Assembly are key organs within the UN.
- International Criminal Court (ICC) adjudicates serious crimes against humanity.
- World Trade Organization (WTO) regulates international trade.
- International Monetary Fund (IMF) promotes international monetary cooperation.
- International Labour Organisation (ILO) promotes social justice and decent work.
- European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of European states.
- European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) protects human rights in Europe.
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Explore the functions and purposes of national and international law in this quiz. Learn about the historical development of international law, its key figures, and the relationships between states. Test your knowledge on the principles governing disputes and cooperation among nations.