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What is one of the fundamental elements required for state responsibility?
What is one of the fundamental elements required for state responsibility?
A state can be held responsible for an act that is not attributable to it.
A state can be held responsible for an act that is not attributable to it.
False
Name one type of obligation that can lead to state responsibility.
Name one type of obligation that can lead to state responsibility.
Treaty obligation or customary international law
State responsibility arises when a state breaches an international obligation that is __________ to it.
State responsibility arises when a state breaches an international obligation that is __________ to it.
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
State Responsibility under ARSIWA
- ARSIWA (articles on state responsibility) is not a binding treaty, but rather a guide for teaching public policies.
- State responsibility arises from the violation of a state's international obligations, whether through treaties or customary international law.
- A violation (breach) of obligation must be attributable to the state.
Elements of State Responsibility
- Existence of a pre-existing obligation
- Breach of that obligation
- Attribution of the breach to the state
Elements of an Internationally Wrongful Act
- An act or omission that violates an international obligation
- An act or omission attributable to the state and cannot be excused.
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Description
This quiz explores the principles of state responsibility as outlined in the Articles on State Responsibility (ARSIWA). It covers elements like pre-existing obligations, breach of obligations, and attribution of wrongful acts to the state. Test your understanding of how international law defines state accountability.
