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Legal Principles in Interstate Relations Quiz

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Which principle underlies the concept of state responsibility for internationally wrongful acts?

Principle of Attribution

Explanation

Determines the attribution of responsibility for acts contrary to international law to the state.

Which international organization is responsible for the peaceful resolution of disputes and conflicts between its member states?

United Nations Security Council (UNSC)

Explanation

The UNSC plays a key role in maintaining international peace and security by resolving conflicts among member states.

Which legal principle supports the idea that states should not intervene in the internal affairs of other states?

Principle of Non-Intervention

Explanation

Prohibits states from interfering in the internal affairs of other states.

Which legal principle governs the recognition of other states' laws in interstate relations?

Principle of Sovereign Equality

Explanation

Ensures equal status and treatment of states in international law.

In interstate disputes, what does the principle of pacta sunt servanda emphasize?

Good faith in treaty obligations

Explanation

Emphasizes the binding nature of treaties and the obligation to fulfill them in good faith.

In the context of interstate relations, what does the term 'extradition' refer to?

Transfer of accused individuals for legal proceedings

Explanation

Process of surrendering individuals to face legal proceedings in another state.

What is the role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in resolving disputes between states?

Adjudication

Explanation

The ICJ serves as a judicial body to settle legal disputes between states through adjudication.

Which treaty is often referred to as the 'constitution of the oceans' and governs the use of the world's seas and oceans?

UNCLOS (United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea)

Explanation

Establishes the legal framework for the use and management of the world's oceans and seas.

Which legal principle is associated with the idea that states should settle their disputes peacefully and refrain from the threat or use of force in their international relations?

Principle of Non-Intervention

Explanation

Encourages peaceful settlement of disputes and prohibits the use of force in international relations.

#10

Which legal doctrine allows a state to take necessary actions to protect its essential interests in the face of an imminent threat?

Doctrine of Necessity

Explanation

Permits states to take actions necessary for self-preservation in emergency situations.

#11

Under what circumstances might a state claim diplomatic immunity for its agents in another state?

In the conduct of official duties

Explanation

Agents are immune when acting in their official capacity to ensure effective diplomatic relations.

#12

Which legal principle supports the idea that states have the right to defend themselves against armed attacks until the Security Council takes action?

Principle of Preemptive Self-Defense

Explanation

Allows states to take defensive action in the face of imminent threats until international bodies intervene.

#13

Under what circumstances can a state invoke the right of self-determination?

When facing external aggression

Explanation

States can assert their right to self-determination in response to external threats and aggression.

#14

In the context of state responsibility, what does the 'Erga Omnes' obligation mean?

Obligation towards the international community as a whole

Explanation

States have a duty towards the international community as a whole when committing certain wrongful acts.

#15

Which legal concept allows a state to take measures to protect its essential security interests, even if it breaches its international obligations temporarily?

Doctrine of Necessity

Explanation

Permits states to prioritize essential security interests over temporary breaches of international obligations.

Legal Principles in Interstate Relations Quiz

Which principle underlies the concept of state responsibility for internationally wrongful acts?

Which international organization is responsible for the peaceful resolution of disputes and conflicts between its member states?

Which legal principle supports the idea that states should not intervene in the internal affairs of other states?

Which legal principle governs the recognition of other states' laws in interstate relations?

In interstate disputes, what does the principle of pacta sunt servanda emphasize?

In the context of interstate relations, what does the term 'extradition' refer to?

What is the role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in resolving disputes between states?

Which treaty is often referred to as the 'constitution of the oceans' and governs the use of the world's seas and oceans?

Which legal principle is associated with the idea that states should settle their disputes peacefully and refrain from the threat or use of force in their international relations?

Which legal doctrine allows a state to take necessary actions to protect its essential interests in the face of an imminent threat?

Under what circumstances might a state claim diplomatic immunity for its agents in another state?

Which legal principle supports the idea that states have the right to defend themselves against armed attacks until the Security Council takes action?

Under what circumstances can a state invoke the right of self-determination?

In the context of state responsibility, what does the 'Erga Omnes' obligation mean?

Which legal concept allows a state to take measures to protect its essential security interests, even if it breaches its international obligations temporarily?

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