10 Questions
What is the condition for a State to use the right of self-defence?
The State is the victim of an armed attack that is a breach of article 2.4
What is the principle that limits the use of force in self-defence?
Principle of proportionality
When can a State no longer use the right of self-defence?
When the attack from the attacking State stops
What is the requirement for a State to use the right of self-defence in response to an armed attack?
The State must respond with a proportionate amount of force
What is the challenge in evaluating the proportionality of a response to an armed attack?
Evaluating the proportionality on a case-by-case approach, which allows for interpretation and manipulation
What is the primary reason for emphasizing that the right to self-defence is not created by the UN Charter?
To clarify that the right to self-defence exists independently of UN membership and can evolve over time
What is the consequence of crystallizing the right to self-defence in a treaty?
The right becomes fixed and unable to evolve over time
According to the article, what is the role of the Security Council in the context of self-defence?
The Security Council has the authority and responsibility to maintain or restore international peace and security
What is the requirement for Member States exercising their right to self-defence?
Member States must report their actions to the Security Council
What is the underlying principle of the right to self-defence, according to the article?
The principle of inherent right in international law
Test your knowledge on the United Nations Charter, specifically on the right of individual or collective self-defence in case of an armed attack. Learn about the measures that need to be taken and reported to the Security Council.
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