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UPSC Law Optional Public International Law previous year questions 170-197 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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2010Paper IQ7(a)Section B

Question 170

Normally the State are reluctant to resort to the International Court of Justice mainly due to political factor; the general conditions of international relations; the greater suitability of other tribunals; a flexibility of arbitration in compression jurisdiction and difficulty in getting enforcement of the decision of the court. However, the court has made a reasonable contribution in setting disputes.

Jurisdiction, Territory and SeaUse of Force and Peaceful Settlement

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2010, Paper I, Q7(a), source page 46.

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2010Paper IQ7(b)Section B

Question 171

How would you react to the statement that the TRIPS Agreement on the one hand is a historic act but on the other hand it failed to achieve the goals of improving trading powers and trade issues of the least developed countries? Comment.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2010, Paper I, Q7(b), source page 46.

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2010Paper IQ8(a)Section B

Question 172

Concept of recognition in International Law.

Treaties and State Relations

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2010, Paper I, Q8(a), source page 40.

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2010Paper IQ8(b)Section B

Question 173

Extradition and its limitations.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2010, Paper I, Q8(b), source page 40.

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2010Paper IQ8(c)Section B

Question 174

Diplomatic immunity and its exceptions.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2010, Paper I, Q8(c), source page 40.

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2009Paper IQ5(a)Section B

Question 175

Define and distinguish between 'arbitration' and 'judicial settlement' in the context of the rules of International Law. Also mention the relevant provisions regarding 'forum prorogatum'.

ArbitrationJudicial SettlementPacific SettlementForum Prorogatum

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q5(a), source page 32.

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2009Paper IQ5(b)Section B

Question 176

"Humanitarian Law is no longer Geneva and the Hague Law but transcends these conventions to reach cosmic stature and seek expression through the United Nations and other transnational instruments." Discuss with reference to growth and development of International Humanitarian Law in the present century.

United Nations and Global InstitutionsHuman Rights and Humanitarian Law

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q5(b), source page 32.

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2009Paper IQ5(c)Section B

Question 177

'A human rights violation is now conceived as a violation not only of those personally and directly aggrieved but of everybody.' Examine critically the above statement with reference to present scenario of our country and rest of the world.

Human RightsInternational LawPublic Interest

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q5(c), source page 32.

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2009Paper IQ5(d)Section B

Question 178

'In practice the relationship between International Law and Municipal Law exists in the mixture of International Law supremacy, Municipal Law supremacy and a coordination of legal system.' Comment on the aforesaid statement of Edward Collins in the context of the relationship between International Law and Municipal Law.

International LawMunicipal LawMonismDualism

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q5(d), source page 32.

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2009Paper IQ6(a)Section B

Question 179

Examine critically the different views regarding the recognition of States, highlighting the legal consequences of acts of recognition and policies of non-recognition. Also mention the difference between 'express recognition' and 'implied recognition'.

Recognition of StatesInternational LawState Recognition

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q6(a), source page 34.

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2009Paper IQ6(b)Section B

Question 180

Enumerate the main features of International Criminal Court. What credit would you attribute to the functioning of this Court? What are the major drawbacks of this Court? Discuss, in this context, the possible amendments to the Regulations of the International Criminal Court.

International Criminal CourtICCInternational Law

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q6(b), source page 34.

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2009Paper IQ7(a)Section B

Question 181

Would you support the idea of the general review of the United Nations Charter? Give reasons. Also give your opinion about the continuity of the 'Veto System'. What is the stand of India in these respects?

United NationsUN CharterVeto PowerSecurity Council

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q7(a), source page 36.

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2009Paper IQ7(b)Section B

Question 182

Explain critically the principle of 'jus cogens'. Distinguish between 'Equal Treaties' and 'Unequal Treaties'. Give examples and also discuss the salient features of Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties.

Jus CogensTreatiesVienna ConventionInternational Law

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q7(b), source page 36.

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2009Paper IQ8(a)Section B

Question 183

Write a short note on sanctions of International Law.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q8(a), source page 36.

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2009Paper IQ8(b)Section B

Question 184

'Piracy jure gentium' on High Seas.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q8(b), source page 36.

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2009Paper IQ8(c)Section B

Question 185

Manila Declaration, 1982.

Manila DeclarationInternational LawPacific Settlement

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2009, Paper I, Q8(c), source page 36.

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2008Paper IQ1(c)Section A

Question 186

Examine the scope of the 'Special Leave Jurisdiction' of the Supreme Court as expounded by the Supreme Court of India.

Jurisdiction, Territory and Sea

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q1(c), source page 24.

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2008Paper IQ5(c)Section B

Question 187

Explain the concept and characteristics of 'Third World Countries'. Critically examine the demands and the achievements of 'Third World Countries' in shaping New International Economic Order.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q5(c), source page 25.

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2008Paper IQ5(d)Section B

Question 188

Do you find any distinction between the State Liability and State Responsibility under International Law? Critically examine the general principles of State Respon-sibility in International Law.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q5(d), source page 25.

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2008Paper IQ6(a)Section B

Question 189

International Organisations are very important to International Trade Law." Examine the role of relevant International Organisations involved in the development of International Trade Law.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q6(a), source page 24.

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2008Paper IQ6(b)Section B

Question 190

Explain the need, objectives and outcome of the Bretton Woods Conference of 1944. Discuss the similarities and distinctions between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the 'International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD).' Critically examine the role of IMF and IBRD initiatives in the liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation of economies, while focussing on the problems of the developing countries.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q6(b), source page 24.

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2008Paper IQ7(a)Section B

Question 191

It is evident that general International Law does not prohibit intervention under all circumstances, forcible interference in the sphere of interest of another Stale is permitted as reaction against violation of International Law." Critically examine the statement.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q7(a), source page 26.

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2008Paper IQ7(b)Section B

Question 192

The general principles and prescriptions of International Law are not without applicability to problems of transnational pollution - an environmental degradation. Thus fundamental principle of international limits action by one State which would cause injury in the territory of another state "" There has been general recognition of the Rule that a State must not permit the use of its territory for purposes injurious to the interest of another State Explain.

Treaties and State Relations

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q7(b), source page 26.

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2008Paper IQ8(a)Section B

Question 193

Globalisation and Human Rights.

Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q8(a), source page 26.

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2008Paper IQ8(b)Section B

Question 194

India's accession to the WTO: Pros and Cons.

United Nations and Global Institutions

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q8(b), source page 26.

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2008Paper IQ8(c)Section B

Question 195

Laws relating to Territorial Waters, Continental Shelf and High Seas.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2008, Paper I, Q8(c), source page 26.

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2007Paper IQ3(b)Section A

Question 196

Discuss in detail the advisory jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India. Is the Supreme Court opinion binding on all courts?

Jurisdiction, Territory and Sea

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper I, Q3(b), source page 22.

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2007Paper IQ5(a)Section B

Question 197

'International Law is defined as the Vanishing point of Jurisprudence.' (Holland). Examine this viewpoint with reference to the nature of International Law.

Public International Law - General

Source reference: UPSC Law Optional 2007, Paper I, Q5(a), source page 22.

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What this archive covers

How would you react to the statement that the TRIPS Agreement on the one hand is a historic act but on the other hand it failed to achieve the goals of improving trading powers and trade issues of the least developed countries? Comment.

Concept of recognition in International Law.

Extradition and its limitations.

Diplomatic immunity and its exceptions.

Define and distinguish between 'arbitration' and 'judicial settlement' in the context of the rules of International Law. Also mention the relevant provisions regarding 'forum prorogatum'.

'A human rights violation is now conceived as a violation not only of those personally and directly aggrieved but of everybody.' Examine critically the above statement with reference to present scenario of our country and rest of the world.

Examine critically the different views regarding the recognition of States, highlighting the legal consequences of acts of recognition and policies of non-recognition. Also mention the difference between 'express recognition' and 'implied recognition'.

Enumerate the main features of International Criminal Court. What credit would you attribute to the functioning of this Court? What are the major drawbacks of this Court? Discuss, in this context, the possible amendments to the Regulations of the International Criminal Court.

Would you support the idea of the general review of the United Nations Charter? Give reasons. Also give your opinion about the continuity of the 'Veto System'. What is the stand of India in these respects?

Explain critically the principle of 'jus cogens'. Distinguish between 'Equal Treaties' and 'Unequal Treaties'. Give examples and also discuss the salient features of Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties.

Write a short note on sanctions of International Law.

'Piracy jure gentium' on High Seas.

Manila Declaration, 1982.

Examine the scope of the 'Special Leave Jurisdiction' of the Supreme Court as expounded by the Supreme Court of India.

Explain the concept and characteristics of 'Third World Countries'. Critically examine the demands and the achievements of 'Third World Countries' in shaping New International Economic Order.

Do you find any distinction between the State Liability and State Responsibility under International Law? Critically examine the general principles of State Respon-sibility in International Law.

International Organisations are very important to International Trade Law." Examine the role of relevant International Organisations involved in the development of International Trade Law.

It is evident that general International Law does not prohibit intervention under all circumstances, forcible interference in the sphere of interest of another Stale is permitted as reaction against violation of International Law." Critically examine the statement.

Globalisation and Human Rights.

India's accession to the WTO: Pros and Cons.

Laws relating to Territorial Waters, Continental Shelf and High Seas.

Discuss in detail the advisory jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India. Is the Supreme Court opinion binding on all courts?

'International Law is defined as the Vanishing point of Jurisprudence.' (Holland). Examine this viewpoint with reference to the nature of International Law.

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