B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 7 Public International Law 2015 Jun Question Paper - KSLU

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1. Q1 Explain the theories relating to relationship between International Law and Muncipal Law.
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2. Q2 What are the sources of International Law ? Explain how decisions of International Institution as a source of International Law.
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3. Q3 What is 'Recognition' ? Explain the legal effects of recognition of a new state.
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4. Q4 Discuss the Jurisdiction of maritime state over coastal waters.
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5. Q5 What is 'Nationality' ? Explain the international importance of Nationality.
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6. Q6 Define the term "Treaty". Explain termination of treaties.
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7. Q7 Explain the functions and powers of Security Council.
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Write short note any two of the following.

1. Q8 (a) Exclusive economic zone
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2. Q8 (b) International Labour Organisation
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3. Q8 (c) Principle involved in the 'Lotus Case'
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Solve any two of the following problems.

1. Q9 (a) Mr. 'Pinto' was a clerk at Indian Embassy in England. He was dismissed from service on the charge of stealing documents. On the same day, the Indian Ambassador waived his immunites in this respect. Mr. Pinto was arrested and tried. He claimed that being a servant of diplomatic envoy he was immuned from the court proceedings. Whether he succeed in this case ? Give reason.
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2. Q9 (b) Three Indian fisherman involved in a case of alleged drug trafficking in Sri Lanka. They were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy. The Colombo High Court awarded death penalty to three Indian fisherman. Now can Indian Diplomatic envoys release these three Indian fisherman ? Give reason.
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3. Q9 (c) A team of USA military troop was on the ground in Iraq against the Jihadists. Is USA violated any rule of International Law ? Give reason.
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