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UPSC Law Optional Public International Law previous year questions 254-282 of 282, arranged for doctrine revision, case-law planning, and answer writing.

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sources, treaties, State responsibility, recognition, jurisdiction, the United Nations, use of force, law of the sea, and human rights.

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2002Paper IQ6(a)Section B

Question 254

Make out a case in favour of or against (any one) terminating diplomatic relations with a country during the state of hostilities.

Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2002, Paper I, Q6(a), source page 8.

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2002Paper IQ6(b)Section B

Question 255

What will be the eclipsing reach of the proposals in the WTO and the GATT Final Act on the Municipal law in India?

United Nations and Global InstitutionsTreaties and State Relations

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2002, Paper I, Q6(b), source page 8.

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2002Paper IQ7(a)Section B

Question 256

Spell out the fundamental principles of the UNCTAD Charter of Economic Rights & Duties.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2002, Paper I, Q7(a), source page 8.

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2002Paper IQ7(b)Section B

Question 257

'Looking to the alarming transnationalisation of crimes, the idea of International Criminal Law and such Criminal Court appears attractive, but it has heavier limitations.' Please comment.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2002, Paper I, Q7(b), source page 8.

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2002Paper IQ8(a)Section B

Question 258

Spell out the composition, functions and objectives of the I. L. O. How is the International Labour Code adopted by nations? What is the effect of this code on India's Labour Laws?

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2002, Paper I, Q8(a), source page 9.

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2002Paper IQ8(b)Section B

Question 259

What are the methods of settlement of disputes under International Law? Can use of force be one of the methods? Discuss.

Use of Force and Peaceful Settlement

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2002, Paper I, Q8(b), source page 9.

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2001Paper IQ5(a)Section B

Question 260

'International law has progressed by leaps and bounds; yet the theoretical controversy about the nature of international law is far from over.' Comment.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q5(a), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ5(b)Section B

Question 261

Do you agree with the view that voting procedure stated in Article 27 of the UN Charter has destroyed the efficiency of the Security Council? Discuss.

United Nations and Global Institutions

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q5(b), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ5(c)Section B

Question 262

The significance of "judicial decisions" as a source of international law.

Sources, Nature and Theory

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q5(c), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ5(d)Section B

Question 263

Discuss the extent and scope of the doctrine of "forum prorogatum".

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q5(d), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ6(a)Section B

Question 264

'The relationship between international law and municipal law has posed a difficult problem to municipal courts, namely to what extent may such courts give effect within the municipal sphere to rules of international law.' Examine the criterion adopted by municipal courts.

Treaties and State Relations

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q6(a), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ6(b)Section B

Question 265

India has entered into agreements with Pakistan and Bangladesh. Under one agreement, India has to cede a small portion of its territory to Pakistan, and under another, India has agreed to lease a portion of its territory to Bangladesh. What are the measures required under international law for the ratification of these agreements?

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q6(b), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ7(a)Section B

Question 266

Discuss the position of an individual under the European Convention on Human Rights. In what way has the position of an individual been further improved by the Convention? Examine through the Lawless case.

Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q7(a), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ7(b)Section B

Question 267

A ship flying the Korean flag was delivering narcotics near Madras within Indian territorial waters. Indian coast guards chased the ship towards Colombo. Just before capture, the ship had entered Sri Lankan territorial waters. The Indian guards continued their pursuit and capture and brought the ship to India. Sri Lanka has protested against this action. Discuss the legal position of India in the context of the right of hot pursuit.

Hot PursuitInternational LawTerritorial Waters

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q7(b), source page 32.

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2001Paper IQ8(a)Section B

Question 268

Distinguish between 'Recognition of a State' and 'Recognition of a Government' in International Law.

Treaties and State Relations

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q8(a), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ8(b)Section B

Question 269

Anglo-Norwegian Fisheries case and the Straight base-line method.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q8(b), source page 6.

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2001Paper IQ8(c)Section B

Question 270

Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and Contiguous Zone.

Jurisdiction, Territory and Sea

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2001, Paper I, Q8(c), source page 6.

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2000Paper IQ5(a)Section B

Question 271

International Law is a 'weak-law.'" Do you agree with this statement? Give reasons.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q5(a), source page 2.

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2000Paper IQ5(b)Section B

Question 272

Is the provision of the I. C. J. pertaining to the appointment of'National Judges' belonging to the nationality of parties to a dispute, proper in the interest of justice? How are judgements of the courts enforced? Explain.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q5(b), source page 2.

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2000Paper IQ5(c)Section B

Question 273

Every person is subject to the territorial jurisdiction of a state." Critically examine the statement.

Jurisdiction, Territory and Sea

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q5(c), source page 2.

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2000Paper IQ5(d)Section B

Question 274

The power of veto has paralysed the Security Council." Do you agree with this view? Give reasons.

United Nations and Global Institutions

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q5(d), source page 2.

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2000Paper IQ6(a)Section B

Question 275

Give a brief account of attempts made in the international field for limitation of armaments. What, according to you, hinders the proposals to prohibit the production, possession and use of automatic weapons?

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q6(a), source page 3.

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2000Paper IQ6(b)Section B

Question 276

Discuss the recognised procedure, with special reference to the Hague Convention, for peaceful settlement of international disputes. How can the arbitral award be enforced against a state refusing to submit to it?

Use of Force and Peaceful Settlement

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q6(b), source page 3.

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2000Paper IQ7(a)Section B

Question 277

State 'A' and 'B' are at war with each other. Examine the effect of the war on the following treaties: (i) An extradition treaty between the States 'A' and 'B' (ii) The Convention of Traffic in Narcotic Drugs 1926, to which States 'A' and 'B' are the parties, (iii) The Geneva Prisoners of War Convention, to which States 'A' and 'B' are the parties.

Treaties and State RelationsUse of Force and Peaceful Settlement

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q7(a), source page 3.

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2000Paper IQ7(b)Section B

Question 278

A revolution takes place in State' X'.' Y' seizes power in an unconstitutional manner by installing himself as the Head of State 'X'. What principles will govern the question of recognition of Y' as the Head of States 'X' on the part of other states? What consequences will ensure if recognition is accorded or refused?

Treaties and State Relations

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q7(b), source page 3.

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2000Paper IQ7(c)Section B

Question 279

A foreign bank has given a loan to the Government of State 'A' for the improvement of roads in 'X', a province of State 'A'. 'X' is subsequently ceded to State 'B'. The Government of State 'B' refuses to accept any responsibility of the loan. Is State 'B' entitled to do so? Discuss.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q7(c), source page 3.

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2000Paper IQ8(a)Section B

Question 280

Sanctions of International Humanitarian Law.

Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q8(a), source page 3.

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2000Paper IQ8(b)Section B

Question 281

The theory of consent as the binding force of international law.

Sources, Nature and Theory

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q8(b), source page 3.

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2000Paper IQ8(c)Section B

Question 282

Prevention and punishment of crimes against diplomatic envoys.

Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2000, Paper I, Q8(c), source page 3.

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What this archive covers

Make out a case in favour of or against (any one) terminating diplomatic relations with a country during the state of hostilities.

What will be the eclipsing reach of the proposals in the WTO and the GATT Final Act on the Municipal law in India?

Spell out the fundamental principles of the UNCTAD Charter of Economic Rights & Duties.

'Looking to the alarming transnationalisation of crimes, the idea of International Criminal Law and such Criminal Court appears attractive, but it has heavier limitations.' Please comment.

Spell out the composition, functions and objectives of the I. L. O. How is the International Labour Code adopted by nations? What is the effect of this code on India's Labour Laws?

What are the methods of settlement of disputes under International Law? Can use of force be one of the methods? Discuss.

'International law has progressed by leaps and bounds; yet the theoretical controversy about the nature of international law is far from over.' Comment.

Do you agree with the view that voting procedure stated in Article 27 of the UN Charter has destroyed the efficiency of the Security Council? Discuss.

The significance of "judicial decisions" as a source of international law.

Discuss the extent and scope of the doctrine of "forum prorogatum".

'The relationship between international law and municipal law has posed a difficult problem to municipal courts, namely to what extent may such courts give effect within the municipal sphere to rules of international law.' Examine the criterion adopted by municipal courts.

Discuss the position of an individual under the European Convention on Human Rights. In what way has the position of an individual been further improved by the Convention? Examine through the Lawless case.

Distinguish between 'Recognition of a State' and 'Recognition of a Government' in International Law.

Anglo-Norwegian Fisheries case and the Straight base-line method.

Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and Contiguous Zone.

International Law is a 'weak-law.'" Do you agree with this statement? Give reasons.

Is the provision of the I. C. J. pertaining to the appointment of'National Judges' belonging to the nationality of parties to a dispute, proper in the interest of justice? How are judgements of the courts enforced? Explain.

Every person is subject to the territorial jurisdiction of a state." Critically examine the statement.

The power of veto has paralysed the Security Council." Do you agree with this view? Give reasons.

Give a brief account of attempts made in the international field for limitation of armaments. What, according to you, hinders the proposals to prohibit the production, possession and use of automatic weapons?

Discuss the recognised procedure, with special reference to the Hague Convention, for peaceful settlement of international disputes. How can the arbitral award be enforced against a state refusing to submit to it?

A foreign bank has given a loan to the Government of State 'A' for the improvement of roads in 'X', a province of State 'A'. 'X' is subsequently ceded to State 'B'. The Government of State 'B' refuses to accept any responsibility of the loan. Is State 'B' entitled to do so? Discuss.

Sanctions of International Humanitarian Law.

The theory of consent as the binding force of international law.

Prevention and punishment of crimes against diplomatic envoys.

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