B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 7 Public International Law 2021 Oct Question Paper - KSLU

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1. Q1 Define international law and discuss custom as a source of international law.
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2. Q2 Explain the different subjects of international law.
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3. Q3 Explain the exceptions to the territorial jurisdiction of a state.
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4. Q4 Explain the different modes of acquisition of territorial sovereignty.
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5. Q5 What is extradition ? Discuss the rules relating to extradition with the help of decided cases.
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6. Q6 Discuss the rights and obligations of a state in matters relating to treaties in state succession.
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7. Q7 Discuss the composition, powers and functions of security council of the United Nations Organisation.
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8. Q8 Define recognition. What are the modes of recognition of states.
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9. Q9 Explain the rights and immunities of diplomatic agents.
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Write short notes on any two of the following :

1. Q10 (a) Monroe doctrine.
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2. Q10 (b) Doctrine of imputability.
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3. Q10 (c) International importance of nationality.
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Solve any two of the following problems :

1. Q11 (a) A merchant ship violated the municipal regulations of State X. A patrolling vessel of State X gave audio-visual signals to stop. Ignoring the same the ship entered the high seas. Can the ship be captured on the high seas by State X ? Decide.
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2. Q11 (b) A British National 'X' was seriously injured by a French National 'Y' in the presence of several persons in France 'X' lodged a complaint. The French government did not arrest and took action against 'Y' even after eight years. Now, British Government wants to claim compensation on behalf of X. Advice.
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3. Q11 (c) State 'A' procured consent of State 'B' to a treaty by coercion of its representative through threats directed against him. State 'A' wants to enforce the treaty. Is the treaty valid ? Advise state 'B'.
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