Vienna Convention Article 53
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What is the term used to refer to peremptory norms in international law?

  • Contra proferentem
  • Stare decisis
  • Res ipsa loquitur
  • Jus cogens (correct)

    • According to Article 53 of the Vienna Convention, when is a treaty considered void?

  • If it conflicts with a peremptory norm of general international law at the time of its conclusion (correct)
  • If it conflicts with any norm of international law
  • If it conflicts with a domestic law of one of the signing parties
  • If it conflicts with a subsequent norm of general international law

    • What does 'non-derogable' mean in the context of peremptory norms in international law?

  • States cannot opt out of these norms or contract around them (correct)
  • States can easily modify or waive these norms through diplomatic agreements
  • The norms have limited applicability in times of war
  • These norms apply only to certain types of states

    • What are some examples of widely recognized peremptory norms?

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