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Soru 1

Which of the following jurists described international law as positive international morality, which consists of opinions or sentiments current among nations generally?

Seçenekler

A
H.L.A. Hart
B
John Austin
C
Frederick Pollock
D
Cecil Hurst
E
L.F. L. Oppenheim
Açıklama:
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Due to the inability of international law to satisfy this test, John Austin described international law as positive international morality, which consists of “opinions or sentiments current among nations generally.”

Soru 2

Which of the following courts is the only international court that has the jurisdiction to adjudicate all kinds of inter-state disputes?

Seçenekler

A
The International Court of Justice
B
The European Court of Human Rights
C
The UN Human Rights Council
D
The International Criminal Court
E
The Permanent Court of Arbitration
Açıklama:
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the only international court to adjudicate all kinds of inter-State disputes. However, it lacks universal compulsory jurisdiction for settling disputes.

Soru 3

Which article of the UN Charter states that each member of the United Nations undertakes to comply with the decision of the Court in a case to which it is a party?

Seçenekler

A
Article 1
B
Article 2/4
C
Article 51
D
Article 42
E
Article 94
Açıklama:
-
According to Article 59 of its Statute, decisions of the Court are binding upon the parties to the dispute and only in respect to that particular dispute. Under Article 94 of the UN Charter, each member of the United Nations undertakes to comply with the decision of the Court in a case to which it is a party. If the party fails to comply with the decision, the Security Council may give effect to the judgment against a recalcitrant State by making recommendations or deciding upon measures.

Soru 4

Which of the following concepts refers to the unilateral measures adopted by a State in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act of another State?

Seçenekler

A
Self-help
B
Defensive measures
C
Countermeasures
D
Preemptive defense
E
Security measures
Açıklama:
-
Countermeasures are unilateral measures adopted by a State (the ‘injured State’) in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act of another State (the ‘wrongdoing’ or ‘target’ State) that affect the rights of the target State and are aimed at inducing it to provide cessation or reparations to the injured State

Soru 5

Which of the following initiated the process to outlaw war as a means to resolve interstate conflicts or disputes?

Seçenekler

A
The League of Nations
B
The United Nations
C
The International Court of Justice
D
The Hague Conventions of 1899
E
The Kellogg-Briand Pact of 1928
Açıklama:
War and the use of force had historically constituted the legal means for enforcing international law and settling disputes between States. However, with the coming into force of the United Nations Charter, the use of force has been made illegal, with the exceptions to defeat armed aggression, to maintain or restore international peace, and to resort to the inherent right of individual or collective self-defense under Chapter VII of the Charter. The process to outlaw war was initiated by the Kellogg-Briand Pact of 1928, without, however, putting anything certain or definite in its place for the enforcement of international rights and obligations generally, or of international law as such.

Soru 6

Which of the following members was expelled from the United Nations in September 1992 because of its continuing violation of the Charter principles?

Seçenekler

A
The New Federation of Yugoslavia
B
Nicaragua
C
North Korea
D
Cuba
E
Iraq
Açıklama:
-
After the disintegration of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, the new federation of Yugoslavia, consisting of Serbia and Montenegro, was expelled from the United Nations in September 1992 because of its continuing violation of the Charter principles.

Soru 7

Which of the following jurists secularized the concept of natural law while making a distinction between jus naturale and jus gentium?

Seçenekler

A
Francisco de Vittoria
B
Francisco Suarez
C
Alberico Gentilis
D
Georg Jellinek
E
Hugo Grotius
Açıklama:
By the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, when the modern international law started getting its form and content, the natural law had made heavy inroads and assumed strong ideological moorings. This can be clearly seen in the writings of Francisco de Vittoria (1480-1546), Francisco Suarez (1548-1617) and Alberico Gentilis (1552-1608). International law was binding on the States because it was part of the law of nature. However, it was Hugo Grotius (1583-1645) who secularized the concept of natural law while making a distinction between jus naturale and jus gentium. He based the law of nations on customs and treaties in addition to the law of nature. The law of nature, according to him, was the dictate of right and reason, not of divine prescriptions.

Soru 8

Which of the following scholars of international law may be categorized as a Naturalist?

Seçenekler

A
Samuel von Pufendorf
B
Cornelius van Bynkershoek
C
Christian Wolff
D
Emmerich de Vattel
E
Hans Kelsen
Açıklama:
After Grotius, scholars of international law came to be classified under one of three schools: 1) Naturalists, such as Samuel von Pufendorf (1632- 1694), who based international law on natural law exclusively; 2) Positivists, such as Cornelius van Bynkershoek (1673-1743), who based it on the consent of States that was evidenced in State practice, and 3) Grotians (followers of Grotius), including Christian Wolff (1679-1754) and Emmerich de Vattel (1714-67), who relied on both natural law and the consent of States as well as reiterated that international law was binding on States.

Soru 9

Which of the following does not point to one of the main reasons for the development of international law in the second half of the nineteenth century?

Seçenekler

A
Emergence of powerful nation-States
B
Outbreak of global economic conflicts
C
Faster means of transportation
D
Destructive nature of warfare
E
Expansion of European civilization mainly through colonization
Açıklama:
There was a marked development of international law in the second half of the nineteenth century due to the emergence of powerful nation-States, the expansion of European civilization in other parts of the world mainly through colonization, new and faster means of transportation, and increasingly destructive nature of warfare. These developments impelled States to devise new rules of international law, particularly relating to the use of force and war, which had become a part of national policies.

Soru 10

Which of the following jurists is a proponent of dualism, which is the theory that argues international law and municipal law represent two entirely distinct and self-contained legal systems?

Seçenekler

A
Hans Kelsen
B
Hersch Lauterpacht
C
Heinrich Tripel
D
Gerald Fitzmaurice
E
Joseph Gabriel Starke
Açıklama:
There are two principal theories put forward by scholars on the relationship between international law and municipal law: monism and dualism.
According to monism, international law and municipal law are, in general, the components of one system of law.The main proponents of this theory are Hans Kelsen (1881-1973) and Hersch Lauterpacht (1897-1960). Gerald Fitzmaurice and Joseph Gabriel Starke are other prominent supporters of the approach.
On the other hand, according to dualism, they represent two entirely distinct and self-contained legal systems. The main proponents of this theory are Heinrich Tripel and Dionisio Anzilotti.

Soru 11

I. Absence of an elected legislature
II. Absence of courts with compulsory jurisdiction
III. Absence of an independent dispute-settlement mechanism
IV. Absence of effective sanctions
Which of the above may be counted as reasons for classifying international law as weak law?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
II and III
C
I, II and III
D
I, III and IV
E
I, II, III and IV
Açıklama:
International law has been termed as weak law despite many countries abide a broad range of international rules since there are multiple absent features including elected legislature, court with compulsory jurisdiction, independent dispute-settlement mechanism an effective sanctions.

Soru 12

Which of the following concepts refer to unilateral measures adopted by a state in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act of another state?

Seçenekler

A
Countermeasures
B
Self-help
C
Blocade
D
Positive law
E
Courtesy
Açıklama:
The term countermeasures imply the unilateral measures that are adopted by a state in response to the wrongful action of another state.

Soru 13

Thanks to which of the following did modern international law become applicable to the non-European nations?

Seçenekler

A
The establishment of the League of Nations in 1920
B
The establishment of the United Nations in 1945
C
The Kellogg-Briand Pact of 1928
D
The Vienna Convention on the law of treaties of 1969
E
The Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court of 1990
Açıklama:
The applicability of modern international law to non-European countries became possible after World War I with the League of Nations in 1920.

Soru 14

Which of the following refers to the process of putting together the rules of law in an issue area in a systematic manner?

Seçenekler

A
Codification
B
Trial
C
Arbitration
D
Jurisdiction
E
Modification
Açıklama:
The correct term for putting together the rules of law on a specific issue systematically is called codification. In terms of international law, the term is known as codification of international law.

Soru 15

What is the correct term to describe a situation that occurs when a municipal law conflicts with international law and subjects search for an answer to the questions whether international law takes precedence over municipal law or not?

Seçenekler

A
Arbitration
B
Primacy
C
Codification
D
Courtesy
E
Weak law
Açıklama:
The conflict between municipal law and international law causes a question of precedence to rise. In such situations, the real question becomes which of those laws to be considered primarily, hence the term primacy is the correct term that explains the issue.

Soru 16

I. The juridical basis of international law is common will
II. The juridical basis of municipal law is state will
III. There can be certain fundamental principles of international law binding on states, against will
Which of the above statement(s) are true in terms of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only III
C
I and III
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
The juridical basis of international law is common will because it requires regarding countries to come to an agreement whereas the same basis for municipal law is much different, it does not require any multinational agreement. Thus there can be a conflict between those two.

Soru 17

What is the condition for international law to become supreme over municipal law?

Seçenekler

A
The state being in breach of its international obligations
B
The state being in breach of basic human rights
C
The state taking action on international threats
D
The state using international fields of water and sky
E
The state establishing institutions that work internationally
Açıklama:
The condition required for international law to become supreme over municipal law is when the state breaches its international obligations, pre-agreed either explicitly or implicitly.

Soru 18

Which of the below statements is incorrect?

Seçenekler

A
According to the naturalist school, the source of international law is law of nature.
B
According to the positivist school, the source of international law is self-limitation.
C
Positivist school puts great emphasis on sovereignty.
D
Naturalist school attaches great importance on persons as human beings.
E
The true basis of international law lies exclusively in positivist school.
Açıklama:
Naturalist school regards the law of nature as the main source of international law whereas positivist school takes it as self-limitation of countries as voluntarily restricting their own sovereignty. Thus the former put great emphasis on human beings and the latter places the emphasis on sovereignty. However, the true basis for international law lies neither of them exclusively.

Soru 19

In terms of dualism and monism, how do the international law and municipal law interact with each other?

Seçenekler

A
Both laws are executed as components of one main system according to dualism.
B
Both laws represent completely different legal systems according to monism.
C
Both laws are complementary in application, according to dualism.
D
Both laws give the same answer for application of international law in municipal sphere.
E
Both laws caused the emergence of Transformation Theory and Delegation Theory.
Açıklama:
Monism argues that both laws are in general, components of a one bigger system. However Dualism counters that argument with accepting international law and municipal law as two different and self-contained systems. Both arguments created two further theories: Transformation (Specific adoption) Theory and Delegation Theory.

Soru 20

What is the name of "a system composed solely of legal rules and principles binding upon civilized nations only in their mutual relations" according the majority of the earlier standard works ?

Seçenekler

A
Customs
B
International Law
C
Human Rights
D
Rome Statute
E
Positive Law
Açıklama:
The majority of the earlier standard works on international law define it as a system composed solely of legal rules and principles binding upon civilized nations only in their mutual relations.

Soru 21

Where were Human Rights conceptualized for the first time?

Seçenekler

A
United Nations Charter
B
Rome Statute of 1998
C
The Statute of International Criminal Court
D
1972 Stockholm Declaration on the Human Environment
E
The Kellogg-Briand Pact of 1928
Açıklama:
Human rights were for the first time conceptualized in the United Nations Charter and subsequently found their content in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights of 10 December 1948.

Soru 22

What is the term which means "hear the other side"?

Seçenekler

A
Audi alteram partem
B
Estoppel
C
Res judicata
D
Countermeasures
E
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus
Açıklama:
Audi alteram partem means "hear the other side (let the other side be heard as well)."

Soru 23

What is the name of the term which means "a rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist"?

Seçenekler

A
Audi alteram partem
B
Estoppel
C
Res judicata
D
Ex proprio vigore
E
Countermeasures
Açıklama:
Estoppel: A rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist.

Soru 24

What is the name of the principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by a court of competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors in interest?

Seçenekler

A
Audi alteram partem
B
Estoppel
C
Res judicata
D
Countermeasures
E
Ex proprio vigore
Açıklama:
Res judicata: The principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by a court of competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors in interest (Martin, 2003:181, 325, 430).

Soru 25

Who was the chief protagonist of the view that international law is not true law?

Seçenekler

A
Sir Thomas Holland
B
Alberico Gentilis
C
John Austin
D
Sir Frederick Pollock
E
Hugo Grotius
Açıklama:
John Austin (1790-1859) was not only a strong critic of international law but also the chief protagonist of the view that international law is not true law.

Soru 26

What is the name of unilateral measures adopted by a State in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act of another State that affect the rights of the target State and are aimed at inducing it to provide cessation or reparations to the injured State?

Seçenekler

A
True Law
B
Courtesy
C
Positive International Morality
D
Weak Law
E
Countermeasures
Açıklama:
Countermeasures are unilateral measures adopted by a State (the ‘injured State’) in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act of another State (the ‘wrongdoing’ or ‘target’ State) that affect the rights of the target State and are aimed at inducing it to provide cessation or reparations to the injured State (Oxford Public International Law).

Soru 27

What is the name of the multilateral agreement condemning war which grew out of a proposal by the French Premier, to the US government for a treaty outlawing war between the two countries?

Seçenekler

A
International Criminal Court
B
Rome Statute
C
Human Rights
D
The Kellogg-Briand Pact
E
Law of Nations
Açıklama:
The Kellogg-Briand Pact: A multilateral agreement condemning war. It grew out of a proposal by the French Premier, Aristide Briand, to the US government for a treaty outlawing war between the two countries.

Soru 28

What is the name of the legal maxim which means ‘where there is society, there is law’?

Seçenekler

A
Res judicata
B
Estoppel
C
Audi alteram partem
D
Countermeasures
E
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus
Açıklama:
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus is a legal maxim which means ‘where there is society, there is law’.

Soru 29

According to which theory international law and municipal law operate on different levels?

Seçenekler

A
Monism
B
The Question of Primacy
C
The Transformation Theory
D
Dualism
E
The Delegation Theory
Açıklama:
According to the dualist theory, international law and municipal law operate on different levels. While international law regulates mainly the relations and obligations between sovereign States, municipal law operates and regulates the relations and obligations of individuals within a State.

Soru 30

When were Human rights for the first time conceptualized in the United Nations Charter and subsequently found their content in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

Seçenekler

A
1948
B
1955
C
1961
D
1982
E
1998
Açıklama:
Human rights were for the first time conceptualized in the United Nations Charter and subsequently found their content in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights of 10 December 1948. The correct answer is A.

Soru 31

Which of the following is a rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist?

Seçenekler

A
Audi alteram partem
B
Estoppel
C
Res judicata
D
International personality
E
Courtesy
Açıklama:
Estoppel: A rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist. The correct answer is B.

Soru 32

Which of the following is unilateral measures adopted by a State (the ‘injured State’) in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act ofanother State (the ‘wrongdoing’ or ‘target’ State) that affect the rights of the target State and are aimed at inducing it to provide cessation or reparations to the injured State?

Seçenekler

A
Article 94
B
Estoppel
C
Countermeasure
D
Audi alteram partem
E
Res judicata
Açıklama:
Countermeasures are unilateral measures adopted by a State (the ‘injured State’) in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act ofanother State (the ‘wrongdoing’ or ‘target’ State) that affect the rights of the target State and are aimed at inducing it to provide cessation or reparations to the injured State. The correct answer is C.

Soru 33

Which of the following is a legal maxim which means ‘where there is society, there is law’?

Seçenekler

A
Countermeasures
B
Audi alteram partem
C
the Kellogg-Briand Pact
D
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus
E
Res judicata
Açıklama:
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus is a legal maxim which means ‘where there is society, there is law’. The correct answer is D.

Soru 34

Which of the following is one of the naturalist?

Seçenekler

A
Hugo Grotius
B
Cornelius van Bynkershoek
C
Christian Wolf
D
Samuel von Pufendorf
E
Emmerich de Vattel
Açıklama:
After Grotius, scholars of international law came to be classified under one of three schools: 1) Naturalists, such as Samuel von Pufendorf (1632-1694), who based international law on natural law exclusively; 2) Positivists, such as Cornelius van Bynkershoek (1673-1743), who based it on the consent of States that was evidenced in State practice, and 3) Grotians (followers of Grotius), including Christian Wolff (1679-1754) and Emmerich de Vattel (1714-67), who relied on both natural law and the consent of States as well as reiterated that international law was binding on States. The correct answer is D.

Soru 35

Which of the following is is often referred to as the father of the law of nations?

Seçenekler

A
Christian Wolff
B
Georg Jellinek
C
Jean Bodin
D
Thomas Hobbes
E
Hugo Grotius
Açıklama:
Hugo Grotius is often referred to as the father of the law of nations. The correct answer is E.

Soru 36

Which of the following means “the more precise formulation and systematization of rules of international law in fields where there already has been extensive State practice, precedent, and doctrine.”?

Seçenekler

A
Codification
B
Estoppel
C
Countermeasure
D
The Kellogg-Briand Pact
E
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus
Açıklama:
Codification means “the more precise formulation and systematization of rules of international law in fields where there already has been extensive State practice, precedent, and doctrine.” The correct answer is A.

Soru 37

Which of the following regards that both international law and municipal law have a common underlying legal basis, which derives its origin from the law of nature and binds both States and individuals?

Seçenekler

A
Dualism
B
Monism
C
The Transformation (Specific Adoption) Theory
D
The Delegation Theory
E
The Question of Primacy
Açıklama:
Monism regards that both international law and municipal law have a common underlying legal basis, which derives its origin from the law of nature and binds both States and individuals. The correct answer is B.

Soru 38

Which of the following is one of the main proponents of dualism?

Seçenekler

A
Hans Kelsen
B
Hersch Lauterpacht
C
Heinrich Tripel
D
Gerald Fitzmaurice
E
Joseph Gabriel Starke
Açıklama:
The main proponents of dualism are Heinrich Tripel and Dionisio Anzilotti. The correct answer is C.

Soru 39

International Law Commission, composed of how many members who are elected by the UN General Assembly, follows a set procedure for the adoption of international rules through multilateral treaties or conventions, irrespective whether it is codification or progressive development?

Seçenekler

A
8
B
14
C
22
D
28
E
34
Açıklama:
International Law Commission, composed of 34 members who are elected by the UN General Assembly, follows a set procedure for the adoption of international rules through multilateral treaties or conventions, irrespective whether it is codification or progressive development. The correct answer is E.

Soru 40

Which of the following is true for international law?

Seçenekler

A
They are confined to European States.
B
Variations existed even in ancient times.
C
The present corpus of international law is global.
D
African states claim to have founded these rules.
E
The contemporary term for international law is the law of nations.
Açıklama:
European States claim to have laid the foundations of the practices and rules to regulate these relations. The body of rules that governed their relations were named the law of nations and subsequently also known as international law. It has also been termed as transnational law. These rules, however, were not confined to European States only. Even in ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, and ancient India the rulers followed certain well-accepted rules in their mutual relations such as the inviolability of the messengers of another state and rules of warfare. However, the present corpus of international law is primarily Euro-centric.

Soru 41

What is the principle of "res judicata"?

Seçenekler

A
The principle that no person should be judged without hearing each party involved.
B
A rule that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made
C
A principle which dictates an adjudicated matter cannot be reopened or challenged
D
A principle that claims states are the principal subjects of international law
E
A belief that suggests an international case should be handled by third parties
Açıklama:
Audi alteram partem: Hear the other side (let the other side be heard as well).
Estoppel: A rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist.
Res judicata: The principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by a court of competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors in interest

Soru 42

In which country's constitution is international law on par with municipal law?

Seçenekler

A
France
B
Turkey
C
Uganda
D
Saudi Arabia
E
Syria
Açıklama:
In the constitutions of certain countries, international law is placed at par with municipal law, binding their citizens, such as in the constitutions of the United States of America (Art. VI, Para 2), France (Art.55 of the 1955 Constitution), and Germany (Art. 25 of the Basic Law).

Soru 43

International law has been termed as weak law. Which of the following is NOT a reason why international law has been deemed so?

Seçenekler

A
The absence of an elected legislature to frame laws
B
The absence of courts with compulsory jurisdiction over all disputes
C
The absence of an independent third-party dispute-settlement mechanism
D
The contradicting approaches between international law and municipal law
E
The lack of effective sanctions to punish those subjects (states) who break the rules
Açıklama:
International law has been termed as weak law. Critics of international law argue that it differs remarkably from municipal law in many respects such as the absence of an elected legislature to frame laws, the absence of courts with compulsory jurisdiction over all disputes or the absence of an independent third-party disputesettlement mechanism, and the lack of effective sanctions to punish those subjects (states) who break the rules.

Soru 44

What institution adjudicates inter-state disputes?

Seçenekler

A
The United Nations
B
International Law Commission
C
International Civil Aviation Organization
D
International Labour Organization
E
The International Court of Justice
Açıklama:
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the only international court to adjudicate all kinds of inter-State disputes. However, it lacks universal compulsory jurisdiction for settling disputes. The jurisdiction of the Court is consensual and it lacks real power to enforce its decisions.

Soru 45

What is the term used to describe unilateral measures adopted by a State in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act of another State?

Seçenekler

A
Self-help
B
Countermeasures
C
Use of force
D
Estoppel
E
Audi alteram partem
Açıklama:
Countermeasures are unilateral measures adopted by a State (the ‘injured State’) in response to the breach of its rights by the wrongful act of another State (the ‘wrongdoing’ or ‘target’ State) that affect the rights of the target State and are aimed at inducing it to provide cessation or reparations to the injured State (Oxford Public International Law).
Audi alteram partem: Hear the other side (let the other side be heard as well).
Estoppel: A rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist.

Soru 46

When did Universal Declaration of Human Rights take place?

Seçenekler

A
1945
B
1946
C
1947
D
1948
E
1949
Açıklama:
Human rights were for the first time conceptualized in the United Nations Charter and subsequently found their content in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights of 10 December 1948.

Soru 47

“States are the principal subjects of international law”?Who made this definition?

Seçenekler

A
Schwarzenberger
B
Starke
C
Oppenheim
D
John Austin
E
Sir Thomas Holland
Açıklama:
Recognizing this fact, Oppenheim’s latest definition reads, “States are the principal subjects of international law”.

Soru 48

Which one is not one of the protogonists of International Law?

Seçenekler

A
Bentham
B
Oppenheim
C
Austin
D
Pufendorf
E
Hobbes
Açıklama:
According to this test, rules of international law do not qualify as rules of “positive law”. Austin categorized them as “laws improperly so called”. Other protagonists of this view were Bentham, Hobbes and Pufendorf, who also questioned the legal character of international law and termed it as merely moral ethical rules.

Soru 49

What is The Kellogg-Briand Pact?

Seçenekler

A
An agreement accepting International Law
B
A declaration of justice
C
A multilateral aggreement condemning war
D
A declaration of equality
E
An agreement accepting human rights
Açıklama:
The Kellogg-Briand Pact: A multilateral agreement condemning war.

Soru 50

Which one is one of the Naturalists?

Seçenekler

A
Samuel von Pufendorf
B
Cornelius van Bynkershoek
C
Christian Wolf
D
Emmerich de Vattel
E
Frank B. Kellogg
Açıklama:
After Grotius, scholars of international law came to be classified under one of three schools: 1) Naturalists, such as Samuel von Pufendorf (1632- 1694), who based international law on natural law exclusively; 2) Positivists, such as Cornelius van Bynkershoek (1673-1743), who based it on the consent of States that was evidenced in State practice, and 3) Grotians (followers of Grotius), including Christian Wolff (1679-1754) and Emmerich de Vattel (1714-67), who relied on both natural law and the consent of States as well as reiterated that international law was binding on States.

Soru 51

Which one is not one of the defenders of Consent Theory?

Seçenekler

A
Bynkershoek
B
Vattel
C
Zorn
D
Triepe
E
Anzilotti
Açıklama:
It has found wide support among jurists, and the chief exponent of this theory was Bynkershoek. Other jurists such as Zorn, Triepel and Anzilotti later defended the theory, though with some refinements.

Soru 52

Who is referred as the father of the law of nations?

Seçenekler

A
Jean Bodin
B
Thomas Hobbes
C
Hugo Grotius
D
De Martens
E
Wheaton
Açıklama:
The most profound impact on the growth of international law during this time was of the writings of the Dutch scholar Hugo Grotius who was greatly influenced by his predecessor Gentilis. Grotius’s most acclaimed work De Jure Belli ac Pacis, originally published in 1625, was the first systematic comprehensive framework of modern international law. Therefore, he is often referred to as the father of the law of nations.

Soru 53

Which one is one of the proponents of monism?

Seçenekler

A
Heinrich Tripel
B
Dionisio Anzilotti
C
Brownlie
D
Hans Kelsen
E
De Martens
Açıklama:
The main proponents of this theory are Hans Kelsen (1881-1973) and Hersch Lauterpacht (1897-1960).

Soru 54

What does "Ex proprio vigore" mean?

Seçenekler

A
Hear the other side
B
Not compulsory
C
Where there is society, there is law
D
Without a strong coercive mechanism
E
By their or its own force
Açıklama:
Ex proprio vigore: By their or its own force.

Soru 55

Why do non-positivists support the dualist theory?

Seçenekler

A
Because of the empirical differences in the formal sources of the two systems.
B
Because both systems support that both international law and municipal law have a common underlying legal basis, which derives its origin from the law of nature and binds both States and individuals.
C
Proponents of both systems regard law as a single unified field of knowledge.
D
Proponents of both systems emphasize the consensual nature
of international law
E
According to them, municipal law is logically a complete system.
Açıklama:
Non-positivists support the dualist theory primarily because of the empirical differences in the formal sources of the two systems.

Soru 56

Who, in his work "Droit Des Gens", stated that the “necessary Law of Nations” contains those precepts that are dictated to States by natural law and equally binding on both States and individuals?

Seçenekler

A
Cornelius van Bynkershoek
B
Samuel von Pufendorf
C
Christian Wolf
D
Emmerich de Vattel
E
Francisco Suarez
Açıklama:
Vattel in his work titled Droit Des Gens (The Law of Nations) stated that the “necessary Law of Nations” contains those precepts that are dictated to States by natural law and equally binding on both States and individuals. Since States are composed of persons and their policies are laid down by persons, these persons are subject to natural law in whatever capacity they act. He held the view that to overview and control the conduct of another State by one or more States would be contrary to the law of nature. This viewpoint has the genesis of the doctrine of fundamental rights (Vattel cited in Starke, 1989).

Soru 57

Who secularized the concept of natural law while making a distinction between jus naturale and jus gentium?

Seçenekler

A
Francisco de Vittoria
B
Hugo Grotius
C
Alberico Gentilis
D
Francisco Suarez
E
John Locke
Açıklama:
International law was binding on the States because it was part of the law of nature. This idea can be clearly seen in the writings of Francisco de Vittoria (1480-1546), Francisco Suarez (1548-1617) and Alberico Gentilis (1552-1608). However, it was Hugo Grotius (1583-1645) who secularized the concept of natural law while making a distinction between jus naturale and jus gentium. He based the law of nations on customs and treaties in addition to the law of nature. The law of nature, according to him, was the dictate of right and reason, not of divine prescriptions.

Soru 58

What institution was established in 1947 by the UN General Assembly for the promotion of the progressive development of international law and its codification?

Seçenekler

A
The International Law Commission
B
The Permanent Court of International Justice
C
The Permanent Court of Arbitration
D
The International Court of Justice
E
The International Labour Organization
Açıklama:
The 1899 Convention provided for the creation of permanent machinery which would enable arbitral tribunals to be set up as desired and would facilitate their work. This institution, known as the Permanent Court of Arbitration, consisted in essence of a panel of jurists designated by each country acceding to the Convention from among whom the members of each arbitral tribunal might be chosen”.
The League of Nations was the first international organization of universal character. Along with it came the Permanent Court of International Justice in 1921 that was later replaced by the present International Court of Justice in 1946.
In November 1947, acting under Article 13/1 of the UN Charter, the General Assembly established the International Law Commission for the “promotion of the progressive development of international law and its codification.” Progressive development is the “preparation of draft conventions on subjects which have not yet been regulated by international law or in regard to which the law has not yet been sufficiently developed in the practice of States.”

Soru 59

Which of the following is true for the dualist theory?

Seçenekler

A
International law mainly consists of legislative enactments.
B
The juridical basis of international law is the “State will”.
C
The formal sources of municipal law are mainly customary and treaty rules.
D
The subjects of municipal law are both the individuals and the States.
E
The subjects of international law are exclusively the States.
Açıklama:
The dualist theory holds that the difference between international law and municipal law lies in their subject matter, sources, and the juridical origin. The subjects of international law are exclusively the States, whereas the subjects of municipal law are individuals. The formal sources of international law are mainly customary and treaty rules, whereas municipal law mainly consists of legislative enactments and judge-made law. And the juridical basis of international law is the common will of States, whereas the basis of municipal law is the “State will,” that is, the will of the State itself binds individuals within its jurisdiction.

Soru 60

What is the phrase which means "hear the other side (let the other side be heard as well)"?

Seçenekler

A
Res judicata
B
Audi alteram partem
C
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus
D
Ex proprio vigore
E
Estoppel
Açıklama:
Audi alteram partem means "hear the other side (let the other side be heard as well)".

Soru 61

What is the name of the rule of evidence or the rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist?

Seçenekler

A
Ex proprio vigore
B
Command
C
Estoppel
D
Countermeasures
E
Res judicata
Açıklama:
Estoppel: A rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist.

Soru 62

What is the name of the principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by a court of competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors in interest?

Seçenekler

A
Ex proprio vigore
B
Command
C
Countermeasures
D
Res judicata
E
Estoppel
Açıklama:
Res judicata: The principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by a court of competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors in interest (Martin, 2003:181, 325, 430).

Soru 63

Who described international law as positive international morality?

Seçenekler

A
John Austin
B
Sir Thomas Holland
C
Hersch Lauterpacht
D
Hans Kelsen
E
Sir Frederick Pollock
Açıklama:
Austin described international law as positive international morality, which consists of “opinions or sentiments current among nations generally.”

Soru 64

Who denies the legal character of international law and calls it as the “vanishing point of jurisprudence.”?

Seçenekler

A
Hersch Lauterpacht
B
Hans Kelsen
C
Sir Frederick Pollock
D
John Austin
E
Sir Thomas Holland
Açıklama:
Sir Thomas Holland, just as Austin, denies the legal character of international law and calls it as the “vanishing point of jurisprudence.”

Soru 65

Who writes that “the only essential conditions for the existence of law are the existence of a political community, and the recognition by its members of settled rules binding upon them in that capacity, international law seems on the whole to satisfy these conditions”?

Seçenekler

A
Sir Frederick Pollock
B
Hersch Lauterpacht
C
Gerald Fitzmaurice
D
Sir Thomas Holland
E
John Austin
Açıklama:
Sir Frederick Pollock writes that “the only essential conditions for the existence of law are the existence of a political community, and the recognition by its members of settled rules binding upon them in that capacity, international law seems on the whole to satisfy these conditions” (1944).

Soru 66

What is the name of the multilateral agreement condemning war which grew out of a proposal by the French Premier?

Seçenekler

A
The Permanent Court of International Justice
B
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus
C
The Kellogg-Briand Pact
D
Article 94
E
Countermeasures
Açıklama:
The Kellogg-Briand Pact is a multilateral agreement condemning war. It grew out of a proposal by the French Premier, Aristide Briand, to the US government for a treaty outlawing war between the two countries.

Soru 67

What is the name of the legal maxim which means ‘where there is society, there is law’?

Seçenekler

A
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus
B
Ex proprio vigore
C
Res judicata
D
Estoppel
E
Audi alteram partem
Açıklama:
Ubi Societas Ibi Jus is a legal maxim which means ‘where there is society, there is law’.

Soru 68

Which theory regards that both international law and municipal law have a common underlying legal basis, which derives its origin from the law of nature and binds both States and individuals?

Seçenekler

A
Monism
B
Dualism
C
The Question of Primacy
D
The Transformation Theory
E
The Delegation Theory
Açıklama:
The theory of monism regards that both international law and municipal law have a common underlying legal basis, which derives its origin from the law of nature and binds both States and individuals.

Soru 69

According to which theory do international law and municipal law operate on different levels?

Seçenekler

A
Monism
B
Dualism
C
The Question of Primacy
D
The Transformation Theory
E
The Delegation Theory
Açıklama:
According to the dualist theory, international law and municipal law operate on different levels. While international law regulates mainly the relations and obligations between sovereign States, municipal law operates and regulates the relations and obligations of individuals within a State.

Ünite 2

Soru 1

Which of the following is true about the concept of sources of international law?

Seçenekler

A
The sources of international law are more explicit and accessible than those of municipal law.
B
No distinction is found between formal and material sources of international law.
C
The law derives its authority from material sources.
D
From formal sources, the law derives its content or subject matter.
E
There is no agreement on the concept of source of international law among the jurists.
Açıklama:
The term ‘source’ articulates what the law is and where it can be found. In developed legal systems, sources may be readily identifiable in the form of legislation and judicial decisions. However, sources of international law are not as explicit and accessible as those of municipal law, nor is the machinery for their identification comparable to municipal law. The concept of ‘sources of international law’ faces many conceptual difficulties. Jurists of international law do not agree on the very concept of “source.” They evaluate it from their doctrinal philosophy regarding the basis of international legal obligations. A distinction has also been made between formal sources and material sources of international law. From formal sources, the law derives its authority or sanction, and from material sources, the law derives its content or subject matter.

Soru 2

Which of the following is one of the subsidiary sources of international law?

Seçenekler

A
International conventions
B
International customs
C
General principles of law
D
Judicial decisions
E
Treaties
Açıklama:
In a particular dispute before the ICJ, its search for relevant rules takes it to the treaties, which are expressly recognized by the parties, or to general practice accepted as law (by States), or to general principles of law (recognized by States). If the conventions, practices, and principles are not found relevant or clear, the Court may resort to “judicial decisions and the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists” as “subsidiary means for the determination of rules of law”. It may take into account the decisions of the international organs.

Soru 3


  1. Antiquity

  2. Certainity

  3. Continuity

  4. Consistency

  5. Uniformity


Which of the above are necessary to treat customs as a source of international law?

Seçenekler

A
I,II,III,IV,V
B
I,II,III
C
II,IV,V
D
III,IV,V
E
I and V
Açıklama:
Custom is a habitual course of conduct or general practice accepted as law. Custom evolves after a long historical process culminating in its recognition by the community. Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, continuity, consistency, and uniformity.

Soru 4

Which of the following refers to "what is just and fair or according to equity and good conscience"?

Seçenekler

A
Rebus sic stantibus
B
Ex aequo et bono
C
Opinio juris
D
Erga omnes
E
Pacta sund servanda
Açıklama:
Ex aequo et bono means what is just and fair or according to equity and good conscience. Something to be decided ex aequo et bono is something that is to be decided by principles of what is fair and just. A decision-maker who is authorized to decide ex aequo et bono is not bound by legal rules but may take account of what is just and fair.

Soru 5


  1. Mutual relations among States

  2. The practice of international organizations

  3. The unilateral practices of States


Which of the above is/are among the categories as the evidence(s) of State Practice?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
I and II
C
I,II and III
D
II and III
E
Only III
Açıklama:
State practice is fundamental to the formation of a custom. It is the material (objective) element of a custom. It is that the States are constantly and uniformly following that practice. But what amounts to a State practice and what constitutes a State practice may cover every activity of the State organs or officials in an international context. It may include treaties, diplomatic correspondence and relations, opinions of national legal advisers, national legislation, policy statements, press releases, official manual on legal questions, executive decisions and practices, decisions of international and national courts, and the practices of international organizations. State practice can be grouped into three categories as evidenced - (a) in the mutual relations among States, (b) in the practice of international organizations, and (c) the unilateral practices of States.

Soru 6

Which of the following describes a situation where there is no applicable law?

Seçenekler

A
Non-liquet
B
In foro demestico
C
Opinio juris
D
Res judicata
E
Erga omnes
Açıklama:
Non-liquet means “it is not clear.” In law, a non liquet is a situation where there is no applicable law. It refers to a situation in which a competent court or tribunal fails to decide the merits of a case for the absence of suitable law, the vagueness or ambiguity of rules, inconsistencies in law, or the injustice of the legal consequences.

Soru 7

Which of the following refers to an agreement between two states or only limited number of states on a special matter concerning those states exclusively?

Seçenekler

A
Customary law
B
Treaty contracts
C
Juristic writings
D
Law-making treaties
E
General principles of law
Açıklama:
Treaty contracts are the agreements between two (or only limited number of ) States on a special matter concerning those States exclusively. Such treaties create obligations for the parties that would not have existed under the general international law or they modify the existing rules as applicable to their mutual relations.

Soru 8

Which of the following refers to the role of a mediator or a conciliator rather than a decision maker in an international dispute?

Seçenekler

A
Arbitrator
B
Jurist
C
Amiable compositeur
D
Judge
E
Permanent member
Açıklama:
Amiable compositeur under international law refers to an unbiased third party, who suggests solution to a dispute between countries. An amiable compositeur acts as a conciliator or a mediator rather than a decision-maker in a dispute. An amiable compositeur is also not bound to apply strict rules of civil procedure and substantive law.

Soru 9

Which of the following concepts refers to the teachings of the most qualified publicists as a source of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Juristic writings
B
State practice
C
General principles of law
D
International conventions
E
Resolutions of the UN General Assembly
Açıklama:
Although Article 38 of the ICJ’s Statute confers “subsidiary” status to “the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists,” they are an important source of international law. Juristic writings made substantial contribution especially in the formative period of modern international law. In this process, publicists made use of natural law principles, analogies from Roman law, and generalization of State practice whenever possible. The writings of Gentilis, Pufendorf, Grotius, Bynkershoek, Van Martens and Vattel, among others, had enormous influence in the development of international law.

Soru 10

Resolutions of General Assembly are sometimes referred to as ________.
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
general principles of law
B
international conventions
C
treaty contracts
D
rule of equity
E
soft law
Açıklama:
Resolutions of the General Assembly are sometimes referred to as soft law, since they cannot be classified as full-fledged rules of international law such as international custom, treaties, or general principles of law. However, resolutions meet, to a great extent, the criteria to be termed as law.Soft law consists of written instruments that spell out rules of conduct that are not legally binding and do not generate the requisite opinio juris contributing to customary rules but that lay down the trend for the future development of law.

Soru 11

Which of the following articles of the Statute of the International Court of Justice formulates the internationally accepted classification of sources of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Article 1
B
Article 36
C
Article 42
D
Article 38
E
Article 65
Açıklama:
-
Sources of international law are not as explicit and accessible as those of municipal law, nor is the machinery for their identification comparable to municipal law. However, the internationally accepted classification of sources of international law is formulated in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice.

Soru 12

Which of the sub-paragraphs of Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice enumerates some of the means for the determination of alleged rules of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Sub-paragraph (a)
B
Sub-paragraph (b)
C
Sub-paragraph (c)
D
Sub-paragraph (d)
E
Sub-paragraph (e)
Açıklama:
Article 38 classifies the sources of international law into two categories. Sub-paragraphs (a), (b), and (c) incorporate the law-creating process, which means that in any asserted rule of international law, it must be shown that it is the product of one or more of the three law-creating processes: treaties, customs, and general principles of law. Sub-paragraph (d), however, enumerates some of the means for the determination of alleged rules of international law. In the case of the law-creating process, the emphasis lies on the forms by which any particular rule of international law is created. This is being done through the law-determining agencies, (those stated in sub-paragraph d), that verify an alleged rule

Soru 13

What are the two factors that are essential for a practice or usage to become a customary rule of international law?

Seçenekler

A
A material fact and a psychological element
B
A cultural fact and a social element
C
A material fact and a social element
D
A cultural fact and a psychological element
E
A governmental fact and a sociocultural element
Açıklama:
There are two requirements for a custom to be accepted as law: (i) there should be sufficiently uniform general practice accepted as law, and (ii) the belief that such a practice is obligatory. Consequently, for a practice or usage to become a customary rule of international law, the following two factors are essential:
• A material fact: in similar circumstances States act similarly, in other words, usage has been constantly and uniformly practiced by States.
• A psychological element: (opinio juris sive necessitatis) (an opinion of law or necessity) - the feeling on the part of States that in acting as they act they are fulfilling a legal obligation.
The two are often referred to as the objective (material) and subjective elements of custom respectively

Soru 14

For a practice to crystalize as a custom ________________ need to have accepted the particular practice.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Majority of States
B
The members of the UN Law Commission
C
One third of States
D
All of the UN members
E
The permanent members of the UN Security Council
Açıklama:
-
For a practice to crystalize as a custom, it does not need to pass the test of universal acceptance. It is enough to show that the majority of States have accepted a particular practice. For example, in the matters related to maritime law, the practice of the United Kingdom and the United States is of special importance, just like the practice of the United States and Russia is significant in the law relating to outer space.

Soru 15

Which of the following cases is an example where acquiescence and mutual tolerance became the basis of the ICJ decision?

Seçenekler

A
Corfu Channel case
B
Anglo-Norwegian Fisheries case
C
North Sea Continental Shelf case
D
Right of Passage over Indian Territory case
E
Asylum case
Açıklama:
Acquiescence and mutual tolerance became the basis of the ICJ decision in the Anglo-Norwegian Fisheries case (UK v. Norway, 1951). The Court accepted the legality of Norway’s straight baseline system for delimiting its “Fishery Zone” by a 1935 decree. This decree was based on Norway’s earlier decrees of 1869 and 1889. No State had protested against them including the United Kingdom. The Court observed that there is a general tolerance with regard to the Norwegian practice.

Soru 16

Which of the below is not true about treaties?

Seçenekler

A
Treaties have been classified into “general” and “particular”.
B
The law-making treaties are a source of law; treaty contracts, on the other hand, are not directly a source of law.
C
A treaty cannot modify or reject the existing customary rules.
D
A treaty will not bind the non-parties unless they manifest their intention to be bound.
E
Treaty law takes priority over international customary law.
Açıklama:
Treaties have been classified into “general” and “particular”, as is done in Article 38(l)(a) of the Statute of the ICJ.
A treaty, even if of universal or normative nature, will not bind the non-parties unless they (expressly or by their conduct) manifest their intention to be bound by the provisions of the treaty as general rules of international law.
Some jurists have further classified the treaties into lawmaking treaties and treaty contracts. Whereas the law-making treaties are a source of law, the treaty contracts merely purport to lay down special obligations between the parties and are not directly a source of law.
A treaty is an express manifestation of the parties’ intention to be bound by a particular rule, and it can modify or reject the existing customary rules. Hence, treaty law takes priority over international customary law. In those situations where there is a conflict between a treaty rule and a customary rule, the judicial bodies have to give effect to the treaty provision.

Soru 17

Which of the below refers to a situation in which a competent court or tribunal fails to decide the merits of a case for the absence of suitable law, the vagueness or ambiguity of rules, inconsistencies in law, or the injustice of the legal consequences?

Seçenekler

A
Ex aequo et bono
B
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
C
Erga omnes
D
Res judicata
E
Non-liquet
Açıklama:
Non-liquet means “it is not clear.” In law, a non liquet is a situation where there is no applicable law. It refers to a situation in which a competent court or tribunal fails to decide the merits of a case for the absence of suitable law, the vagueness or ambiguity of rules, inconsistencies in law, or the injustice of the legal consequences.

Soru 18

In the Mavrommatis Palestine Concessions case (1924), what principle did the PCIJ refer to and held that the concessions made by the Ottoman Empire in favor of Mavrommatis were enforceable against the United Kingdom?

Seçenekler

A
Equity
B
Estoppel
C
Subrogation
D
Res judicata
E
Restitution
Açıklama:
-
Subrogation is the substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted succeeds to the rights of the other.
In the Mavrommatis Palestine Concessions case (1924), the PCIJ referred to the general principle of subrogation and held that the concessions made by the Ottoman Empire in favor of Mavrommatis were enforceable against the United Kingdom, which was the successor State to the Ottoman Empire in Palestine.

Soru 19

In which of the cases below did the ICJ resort to the rules and institutions that are created within municipal law.

Seçenekler

A
Asylum Case
B
Right of Passage over Indian Territory Case
C
S.S. Lotus Case
D
Namibia Case
E
Barcelona Traction Light and Power Company Case
Açıklama:
-
The ICJ does not always transfer general principles from municipal law to international law, but it also sometimes resorts to the rules and institutions that are created within municipal law. In the Barcelona Traction Light and Power Company case (Belgium v. Spain, 1970), the Court had to decide whether Belgium could exercise its right of diplomatic protection against Spain in respect of its nationals, who were shareholders in the company that was registered in Canada and operated in Spain. Spain had declared the company bankrupt and took certain other measures injurious to the company. The Court, applying the municipal law doctrine of “corporate personality”, held that the alleged wrongful acts were committed against the company and, though shareholders suffered indirectly, Belgium had no cause of action. The corporate personality is distinct from shareholders under municipal law, and separation of property rights was an important manifestation of this corporate personality. The court observed that “whenever legal issues arise concerning the right of States with regard to the treatment of companies and shareholders, as to which international law has not established its own rules, it has to refer to the relevant rules of municipal law” disregarding of which invite serious legal difficulties.

Soru 20

Resolutions of the General Assembly are sometimes referred to as __________, since they cannot be classified as full-fledged rules of international law such as international custom, treaties, or general principles of law.
Which of the below best completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Soft law
B
Opinio juris
C
De lege ferenda
D
Instant customary law
E
Subsidiary law
Açıklama:
Resolutions of the General Assembly are sometimes referred to as soft law, since they cannot be classified as full-fledged rules of international law such as international custom, treaties, or general principles of law. However, resolutions meet, to a great extent, the criteria to be termed as law.
Soft law refers to guidelines of behavior such as those provided by treaties not yet in force, resolutions of the United Nations, or international conferences, that are not binding in themselves but are more than mere statements of political aspiration (they fall into a legal/political limbo between these two states). Soft law contrasts with hard law, i.e. those legal obligations, found either in treaties or in customary international law that are binding in and of themselves.

Soru 21

Which of the following is not listed as the internationally accepted classification of sources of international law, formulated in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice?

Seçenekler

A
international conventions, whether general or particular, establishing rules expressly recognized by the contesting States;
B
international custom, as evidence of a general practice accepted as law;
C
United Nations’ (UN) foundation articles;
D
the general principles of law recognized by civilized nations;
E
subject to the provisions of Article 59, judicial decisions and the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations, as subsidiary means for the determination of rules of law.
Açıklama:
THE CONCEPT OF ‘SOURCE’ IN INTERNATIONAL LAW
Sources of international law are not as explicit and accessible as those of municipal law, nor is the machinery for their identification comparable to municipal law. However, the internationally accepted classification of sources of international law is formulated in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice. These sources are:

  1. international conventions, whether general or particular, establishing rules expressly recognized by the contesting States;

  2. international custom, as evidence of a general practice accepted as law;

  3. the general principles of law recognized by civilized nations;

  4. subject to the provisions of Article 59, judicial decisions and the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations, as subsidiary means for the determination of rules of law.


THE CONCEPT OF ‘SOURCE’ IN INTERNATIONAL LAW
Sources of international law are not as explicit and accessible as those of municipal law, nor is the machinery for their identification comparable to municipal law. However, the internationally accepted classification of sources of international law is formulated in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice. These sources are:
  1. international conventions, whether general or particular, establishing rules expressly recognized by the contesting States;
  2. international custom, as evidence of a general practice accepted as law;
  3. the general principles of law recognized by civilized nations;
  4. subject to the provisions of Article 59, judicial decisions and the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations, as subsidiary means for the determination of rules of law.

Soru 22

According to the Statute of the ICJ (International Court of Justice), which of the following headings is not listed among the sources of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Custom
B
Charter of UN
C
Treaties
D
General principles of law
E
Subsidiary sources
Açıklama:
Hierarchy of the Sources of International Law
Broadly speaking, the ICJ will resort to the following sources for deciding a dispute before it: treaties (conventions); custom; general principles of law; judicial decisions; juristic work on international law (the teachings of publicists); principles of equity and ex aequo et bono; General Assembly and Security Council resolutions and practices. Whereas treaties, custom, and general principles of law are the main sources of international law, judicial decisions and juristic work on international law fall into the category of subsidiary sources.
Accordingly, the sources of international law will be explained under the following headings below:

  1. Custom

  2. Treaties

  3. General principles of law

  4. Subsidiary sources


5. Other sources
Hierarchy of the Sources of International Law
Broadly speaking, the ICJ will resort to the following sources for deciding a dispute before it: treaties (conventions); custom; general principles of law; judicial decisions; juristic work on international law (the teachings of publicists); principles of equity and ex aequo et bono; General Assembly and Security Council resolutions and practices. Whereas treaties, custom, and general principles of law are the main sources of international law, judicial decisions and juristic work on international law fall into the category of subsidiary sources.
Accordingly, the sources of international law will be explained under the following headings below:
  1. Custom
  2. Treaties
  3. General principles of law
  4. Subsidiary sources
5. Other sources

Soru 23

Which of the following statement is correct about the Custom which is a source of law?

Seçenekler

A
Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity and certainty.
B
Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, and uniformity.
C
Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, continuity, and uniformity.
D
Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, consistency, and uniformity.
E
Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, continuity, consistency, and uniformity.
Açıklama:
INTERNATIONAL CUSTOM
Custom is a habitual course of conduct or general practice accepted as law. Custom evolves after a long historical process culminating in its recognition by the community. Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, continuity, consistency, and uniformity.

Soru 24

Which of the following statements correctly represents the requirements or a custom to be accepted as law?

Seçenekler

A
there should only be sufficiently uniform general practice accepted as law,
B
the belief that such a practice is obligatory.
C
(i) there should be general practice accepted as law, and (ii) the belief that such a practice is optinal.
D
(i) there should be sufficiently uniform general practice accepted as law, and (ii) the belief that such a practice is obligatory.
E
(i) there should be common practice accepted as law, and (ii) the belief that such a practice is obligatory.
Açıklama:
INTERNATIONAL CUSTOM
There are two requirements for a custom to be accepted as law: (i) there should be sufficiently uniform general practice accepted as law, and (ii) the belief that such a practice is obligatory.

Soru 25

Treaties or a convention may be general according to the Article 38(l)(a) of the Statute of the ICJ if which of the following conditions are satisfied?

Seçenekler

A
either because of the number of parties (as being accepted by a large number of States), or because of the nature of its contents (which is of universal importance).
B
either because of the number of parties (as being accepted by more than 100 States), or because of the nature of its contents (which is of universal importance).
C
either because of the number of parties (as being accepted by all States), or because of its specific nature.
D
either because it is being accepted by a large number of States, or because of its general nature of its contents.
E
because of its general contents (which is of universal importance).
Açıklama:
General and Particular Treaties
Treaties have been classified into “general” and “particular”, as is done in Article 38(l)(a) of the Statute of the ICJ. A convention may be general either because of the number of parties (as being accepted by a large number of States), or because of the nature of its contents (which is of universal importance).

Soru 26

Which of the following explanation is correct about the meaning of “Non-liquet”?

Seçenekler

A
“it is not liquid.”
B
“it is not clean.”
C
“it is not clear.”
D
“it is not just.”
E
“it is not ambiguous.”
Açıklama:
GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF LAW
Non-liquet means “it is not clear.” In law, a non liquet is a situation where there is no applicable law. It refers to a situation in which a competent court or tribunal fails to decide the merits of a case for the absence of suitable law, the “it is not clear.”ness or ambiguity of rules, inconsistencies in law, or the injustice of the legal consequences.

Soru 27

Which of the following statement is correct about the meaning of “Subrogation”?

Seçenekler

A
The substitution of one good for another so that the good substituted is used in place of the other,
B
The substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted succeeds to the rights of the other,
C
The substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted obeys the international law,
D
The substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted under the subordination of the other,
E
The substitution of one person for another.
Açıklama:
Judicial Application of General Principles
Subrogation: The substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted succeeds to the rights of the other (Martin, 2003: 483).

Soru 28

Which of the following statement is correct about the meaning of “Equity”?

Seçenekler

A
In its broadest sense, equity is fairness.
B
In its broadest sense, equity is equality.
C
In its broadest sense, equity is justice.
D
In its broadest sense, equity is baldness.
E
In its broadest sense, equity is quality.
Açıklama:
Judicial Application of General Principles
Equity: In its broadest sense, equity is fairness. As a legal system, it is a body of law that addresses concerns that fall outside the jurisdiction of Common Law. It can be traced to England, where it began as a response to the rigid procedures of England’s law courts.

Soru 29

According to the Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice which of the two subsidiary means for the determination of rules of law are/were identified?

Seçenekler

A
a) judicial decisions of the USA Supreme court, b) the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations.
B
a) judicial decisions UN human rights Org, b) the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations.
C
a) judicial decisions EU human rights Org, b) the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations.
D
a) judicial decisions, b) the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations.
E
a) UN decisions, b) the teachings of the most highly qualified Nobel prize winners.
Açıklama:
SUBSIDIARY SOURCES OF INTERNATIONAL LAW
Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice identifies two subsidiary means for the determination of rules of law: a) judicial decisions, b) the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations.

Soru 30

What does “De lege ferenda” means?

Seçenekler

A
De lege ferenda means “the law as it exists” used in the sense of “what the law is” or ought to be today.
B
De lege ferenda means “the law as it exists” used in the sense of “what the law should be” or ought to be in future.
C
De lege ferenda means “future law” used in the sense of “what the law should be” or ought to be in future.
D
De lege ferenda means “future ideal law” used in the sense of “what the ideal law should be” or ought to be in future.
E
De lege ferenda means “the law deferred”.
Açıklama:
Equity and ‘Ex aequo et bono’
De lege ferenda means “future law” used in the sense of “what the law should be” or ought to be in future. Lex lata means “the law as it exists” (Oxford Index).

Soru 31

Where does the law derive its authority or sanction from?

Seçenekler

A
Subsidiary means
B
Formal sources
C
Material sources
D
Mutual tolerance
E
Material fact
Açıklama:
The law derives its authority or sanction from formal sources.

Soru 32

Where does the law derive its content or subject matter from?

Seçenekler

A
Material sources
B
Formal sources
C
Subsidiary means
D
Material fact
E
Mutual tolerance
Açıklama:
The law derives its content or subject matter from material sources.

Soru 33

I. International conventions
II. International custom
III. The general principles of law
Which of the above are among the sources of international law in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only III
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
All of them are among the sources of international law in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice.

Soru 34

What is the term which means "what is just and fair or according to equity and good conscience"?

Seçenekler

A
Non-lique
B
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
C
Erga omnes obligations
D
Ex aequo et bono
E
Res judicata
Açıklama:
Ex aequo et bono means what is just and fair or according to equity and good conscience.

Soru 35

I. Treaties
II. Judicial decisions
III. Custom
IV. General principles of law
Which of the above are among the main sources of international law?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
III and IV
C
I, II and III
D
I, III and IV
E
I, II, III and IV
Açıklama:
Judicial decisions are among the subsidiary sources of international law.

Soru 36

What is the term which means “an opinion of law or necessity”?

Seçenekler

A
Ex aequo et bono
B
Non-lique
C
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
D
Acquiescence
E
Erga omnes obligations
Açıklama:
Opinio juris sive necessitatis means “an opinion of law or necessity.”

Soru 37

What is the name of "obligations in whose fulfilment all states have a legal interest because their subject matter is of importance to the international community as a whole."?

Seçenekler

A
Erga omnes obligations
B
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
C
Ex aequo et bono
D
Non-lique
E
Concurrence
Açıklama:
Erga omnes obligations [Latin: towards all] (in international law) Obligations in whose fulfilment all states have a legal interest because their subject matter is of importance to the international community as a whole.

Soru 38

What is the name of "the principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by a court of competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors in interest."?

Seçenekler

A
In foro demestico
B
Non-liquet
C
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
D
Ex aequo et bono
E
Res judicata
Açıklama:
Res judicata [Latin; a matter that has been decided]: The principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by a court of competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors in interest.

Soru 39

What is the name of the term which means "the substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted succeeds to the rights of the other"?

Seçenekler

A
Estoppel
B
Good faith
C
Subrogation
D
Equity
E
Arbitral tribunals
Açıklama:
Subrogation: The substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted succeeds to the rights of the other (Martin, 2003: 483).

Soru 40

What is the name of the term which means "a rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist"?

Seçenekler

A
Res judicata
B
Restitution
C
Equity
D
Estoppel
E
Non-liquet
Açıklama:
Estoppel [from Norman French estouper, to stop up]: A rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist.

Soru 41

From what aspect of international law does law derive its force and validity?

Seçenekler

A
International custom
B
International convention
C
Judicial decisions
D
Formal sources
E
Material sources
Açıklama:
A formal source is that from which a rule of law derives its force and validity. The material sources, on the other hand, are those from which is derived the matter, not the validity of the law. From formal sources, the law derives its authority or sanction. The procedures or methods by which rules become legally binding are formal sources of law.

Soru 42

As formulated in Article 38 of the Statute of the
International Court of Justice, which source of international law deals with the recognition of laws by civilized nations?

Seçenekler

A
Material source
B
International conventions
C
International custom
D
The general principles of law
E
Judicial decisions and teachings
Açıklama:
The internationally accepted classification of sources of international law is formulated in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice. These sources are:
a. international conventions, whether general or particular, establishing rules expressly recognized by the contesting States
b. international custom, as evidence of a general
practice accepted as law
c. the general principles of law recognized by
civilized nations
d. subject to the provisions of Article 59,
judicial decisions and the teachings of the
most highly qualified publicists of the various
nations, as subsidiary means for the
determination of rules of law

Soru 43

What is "ex aeque et bono"?

Seçenekler

A
A decision based on laws
B
A case that cannot be tried due to lack of laws
C
A case where both parties are found guilty
D
A public case that is considered a punishable crime but contributes to society
E
A decision in a case where the decision is made based on what is fair and just
Açıklama:
Ex aequo et bono means what is just and fair or according to equity and good conscience. Something to be decided ex aequo et bono is something that is to be decided by principles of what is fair and just. A decision-maker who is authorized to decide ex aequo et bono is not bound by legal rules but may take account of what is just and fair (USLegal.com).

Soru 44

Which of the following is one of the subsidiary sources of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Juristic work on international law
B
Treaties signed by a county
C
Customs of antiquity
D
Customs of uniformity
E
General principles of law
Açıklama:
Whereas treaties, custom, and general principles of law are the main sources ofinternational law, judicial decisions and juristic
work on international law fall into the category of subsidiary sources. Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, continuity, consistency, and uniformity.

Soru 45

What term is used to describe "a belief of law or necessity"?

Seçenekler

A
Ex Aequo Et Bono
B
Lex Lata
C
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
D
De Lege Ferenda
E
Estoppel
Açıklama:
Opinio juris sive necessitatis means “an opinion of law or necessity.” It is the belief that an action was carried out because it was a legal obligation. This term is frequently used in legal proceedings as a defense in a case (USLegal).

Soru 46

Which one of the following is NOT true about treaties?

Seçenekler

A
They establish a special regime
B
They establish international boundaries
C
They create obligations for third parties
D
They bind non-signatories
E
They create international institutions
Açıklama:
A treaty is contractual in nature, its being a source of law is debatable, as it primarily creates obligations for the parties thereto. It does not ipso facto (by that very fact) bind the non-signatories except the treaties that are “constitutive” or “dispositive” in nature. In other words, treaties establish a special régime, international boundaries, or an international institution. They create rights and obligations for third parties.

Soru 47

Which term means "it is not clear"?

Seçenekler

A
Ipso facto
B
Non-liquet
C
Erga omnes
D
Res judicata
E
In foro demestico
Açıklama:
Non-liquet means “it is not clear.” In law, a non liquet is a situation where there is no applicable law. It refers to a situation in which a competent court or tribunal fails to decide the merits of a case for the absence of suitable law, the vagueness or ambiguity of rules, inconsistencies in law, or the injustice of the legal consequences.

Soru 48

What is the principle that dictates that when a matter is concluded, it cannot be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors?

Seçenekler

A
In foro demestico
B
Res judicata
C
Erga omnes
D
Subrogation
E
Equity
Açıklama:
Res judicata [Latin; a matter that has been decided]: The principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by a court of
competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or their successors in interest. It is also known as action estoppel (Martin, 2003: 430).

Soru 49

When do courts get involved in determining the rules of law to create new rules?

Seçenekler

A
When the State practice is non-existent
B
When a party makes an appeal
C
When a punishment is considered inadequate
D
When there have been no previous cases of pre-existing rule
E
When the legislation demands so
Açıklama:
When the State practice is either ambiguous, non-existent,
sparse, or contradictory, courts get involved in determining the rules of law in order to decide a legal issue and in this process they create new rules. Decisions rendered by the courts are of immense value; and in those cases where there is no preexisting
rule, these decisions become a direct source of law.

Soru 50

What is an "amiable compositeur"?

Seçenekler

A
A lawmaker
B
A suitor
C
A defendant
D
An unbiased third party
E
An arbitral tribunal
Açıklama:
Amiable compositeur under international law refers to an unbiased third party, who suggests solution to a dispute between countries. An amiable compositeur acts as a conciliator or a mediator rather than a decision-maker in a dispute. An amiable compositeur is also not bound to apply strict rules of civil procedure and substantive law (USLegal.com).

Soru 51

From wihch of the followings does the law derive its authority or sanction?

Seçenekler

A
Material sources
B
Formal sources
C
Rules
D
Content
E
Subject matter
Açıklama:
From formal sources, the law derives its authority or sanction; and from material sources, the law derives its content or subject matter. Thus, a rule will be legally binding if it fulfils the requirements of a custom, which is a formal source of international law.

Soru 52

"In the case of the law-creating process, the emphasis lies on the forms by which any particular rule of international law is created. This is being done through the law-determining agencies."
Which of the following terms refer to these agencies?

Seçenekler

A
Subsidiary means
B
State practice
C
Function
D
International custom
E
Judicial decisions
Açıklama:
In the case of the law-creating process, the emphasis lies on the forms by which
any particular rule of international law is created. This is being done through the law-determining agencies, (those stated in sub-paragraph d), that verify an alleged rule (Schwarzenberger, 1967). These agencies have been termed as subsidiary means.

Soru 53

In order to avoid a situation of non-lique, which of the followings is decided about the case if the parties agree thereto according to article 38 paragraph (2)?

Seçenekler

A
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
B
Acquiescence
C
Ex aequo et bono
D
Erga omnes obligations
E
Sufficient degree of consistency
Açıklama:
In order to avoid a situation of non-lique, (i.e., no law exists or law is silent on the issue), Article 38 paragraph (2) empowers the Court “to decide a case ex aequo et bono if the parties agree thereto”.
Ex aequo et bono means what is just and fair or according to equity and good conscience. Something to be decided ex aequo et bono is something that is to be decided by principles of what is fair and just. A decision-maker who is authorized to decide ex aequo et bono is not bound by legal rules but may take account of what is just and fair.

Soru 54

Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests some attributes. Which of the followings is NOT one of these attributes?

Seçenekler

A
Antiquity
B
Certainty
C
Continuity
D
Anonimity
E
Uniformity
Açıklama:
Custom is a habitual course of conduct or general practice accepted as law. Custom evolves after a long historical process culminating in its recognition by the community. Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, continuity, consistency, and uniformity.

Soru 55

Which of the followings is a must in order to establish acquiescence?

Seçenekler

A
General tolerance
B
Interaction of rival claims
C
Long continued practice accepted by the court
D
Usage constantly and uniformly practiced by States
E
Actual or constructive knowledge of the claim
Açıklama:
Acquiescence, however, cannot be established unless a State has actual or constructive knowledge of the claim being made.
For example, in the satellite launching, the acquiescence of all States
has resulted in the change of airspace law. Further, it is not necessary that a new rule should emerge only out of compromises or mutual tolerances; it may also be evolved by consensus, rather in a short span of period, such as in the case of law relating to outer space.

Soru 56

A uniform practice among nations on a particular aspect leads to the formation of a customary rule.
Which of the followings is NOT among the factors that may cause rules to evolve?

Seçenekler

A
Positive statements
B
Diplomatic correspondence
C
Interaction of rival claims
D
Acquiescence in the other’s claim
E
Tolerance of the other’s claim
Açıklama:
State interactions with other nations in the form of diplomatic correspondence, press releases, bilateral treaties, memorandums of understanding,acts or declarations by statesmen etc. constitute evidence of practices of States followed in the sphere of international relations. A uniform practice among nations on a particular aspect leads to the formation of a customary rule. Rules may also evolve as a result of positive statements, interaction of rival claims, or the acquiescence in or tolerance of the other’s claim.

Soru 57

What is required for the existence of a custom?

Seçenekler

A
Compatibility
B
Qualification
C
Concurrence
D
Parallelism
E
Membership
Açıklama:
The existence of a practice uniformly followed by all States may be of some evidence that a custom does exist. Nevertheless, what is required for the existence of a custom is the concurrence and not mere parallelism of such practices that may be indicative of the general recognition of a broad principle of law. The Scotia case (the USA vs. UK, 1871) is in point.

Soru 58

What is a necessity to develop international rules?

Seçenekler

A
Concluding treaties among nation States
B
Slow process of creating customary law
C
Developing new customs
D
Establishing legal authenticity
E
Decolonization
Açıklama:
Treaties (conventions) constitute the most important source of modern international law. Addressing the needs of modern international society and keeping pace with the changes in international relations make it imperative to develop international rules.
This can be accomplished only through concluding treaties among nation States and not by the slow process of creating customary law.

Soru 59

Which of the following situations refer to the possibility that a court or tribunal would be unable to decide a case because of a “gap” in the law?

Seçenekler

A
Res Judicata
B
Opinio Juris
C
Lex Lata
D
De Lege Ferenda
E
Non-liquet
Açıklama:
Non-liquet means “it is not clear.” In law, a non liquet is a situation where there is no applicable law. It refers to a situation in which a competent court or tribunal fails to decide the merits of a case for the absence of suitable law, the vagueness or ambiguity of rules, inconsistencies in law, or the injustice of the legal consequences.

Soru 60

When the State practice is either ambiguous, non-existent, sparse, or contradictory, which of the followings get involved in determining the rules of law?

Seçenekler

A
States
B
International organizations
C
Lawyers
D
Courts
E
Compositeur
Açıklama:
In theory, judicial decisions do not constitute a formal source of law; in practice, however, they play a substantial role in the development of international law.
When the State practice is either ambiguous, non-existent, sparse, or contradictory, courts get involved in determining the rules of law in order to decide a legal issue and in this process they create new rules. Decisions rendered by the courts are of immense value; and in those cases where there is no preexisting rule, these decisions become a direct source of law.

Soru 61

I. International conventions
II. International custom
III. General principle of war
IV. Judicial decisions and teachingsWhich of these are sources of international law?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
III and IV
C
I, II and III
D
II, III and IV
E
I, II, III and IV
Açıklama:
Sources of international law are not as explicit and accessible as those of municipal law, nor is the machinery for their identification comparable to municipal law. However, the internationally accepted classification of sources of international law is formulated in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice. These sources are: a. international conventions, whether general or particular, establishing rules expressly recognized by the contesting States; b. international custom, as evidence of a general practice accepted as law; c. the general principles of law recognized by civilized nations; d. subject to the provisions of Article 59, judicial decisions and the teachings of the most highly qualified publicists of the various nations, as subsidiary means for the determination of rules of law.

Soru 62

I. Antiquity
II. Certainty
III. Continuity
IV. Consistency
V. Uniformity
VI. Necessity
What must a custom manifest to be treated as a source of law?

Seçenekler

A
I, II, III, IV and V
B
I, II, IV, V and VI
C
II, III, IV, V and VI
D
I, III, IV, V and VI
E
I, II, III, V and VI
Açıklama:
Custom may be treated as a source of law if it manifests the attributes of antiquity, certainty, continuity, consistency, and uniformity.

Soru 63

What term means “an opinion of law or necessity” and the belief that an action was carried out because it was a legal obligation?

Seçenekler

A
Ex aequo et bono
B
De Lege Ferenda
C
Res judicata
D
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
E
In foro demestico
Açıklama:
Opinio juris sive necessitatis means “an opinion of law or necessity.” It is the belief that an action was carried out because it was a legal obligation. This term is frequently used in legal proceedings as a defense in a case.

Soru 64

What are the agreements between two (or only limited number of) States on a special matter concerning those States exclusively?

Seçenekler

A
Treaty contracts
B
Customary laws
C
Subrogations
D
International Organizations
E
Judicial Decisions
Açıklama:
Treaty contracts are the agreements between two (or only limited number of) States on a special matter concerning those States exclusively.

Soru 65

  1. I. Under international law it refers to an unbiased third party, who suggests solution to a dispute between countries.
  2. It acts as a conciliator or a mediator rather than a decision-maker in a dispute.
  3. III. It is also not bound to apply strict rules of civil procedure and substantive law.
    What is the concept defined above?

Seçenekler

A
De lege ferenda
B
Amiable compositeur
C
Lex lata
D
Soft law
E
Hard law
Açıklama:
Amiable compositeur under international law refers to an unbiased third party, who suggests solution to a dispute between countries. An amiable compositeur acts as a conciliator or a mediator rather than a decision-maker in a dispute. An amiable compositeur is also not bound to apply strict rules of civil procedure and substantive law

Soru 66

What are guidelines and resolutions of the UN General Assembly that are not binding in themselves but are more than mere statements of political aspiration called?

Seçenekler

A
Hard laws
B
Soft laws
C
Treaty contracts
D
Lex lata
E
De lege ferenda
Açıklama:
Resolutions of the General Assembly are sometimes referred to as soft law, since they cannot be classified as full-fledged rules of international law such as international custom, treaties, or general principles of law.

Soru 67

What are Resolutions of the UN General Assembly when followed by States regularly called?

Seçenekler

A
Treaty law
B
Equity
C
International custom
D
Instant customary international law
E
International convention
Açıklama:
Repetition or recitation of a resolution in subsequent resolutions adds further weight and helps in the formation of a new rule. Repetition demonstrates the continuity, consistency, and uniformity of the States’ conduct and practice in conformity with the rules stated therein. This may lead to formulating instant customary international law, a term coined by B. Cheng (1965).The subsequent conduct of States, after the adoption of a resolution, is similarly important in the formulation of a new rule.

Soru 68

Which term refers to the rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist?

Seçenekler

A
Estoppel
B
Subrogation
C
Equity
D
Amiable compositeur
E
Ex aequo et bono
Açıklama:
Estoppel [from Norman French estouper, to stop up]: A rule of evidence or a rule of law that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement he has made or from denying facts that he has alleged to exist. The denial must have been acted upon (probably to his disadvantage) by the person who wishes to take advantage of the estoppel or his position must have been altered as a result. There are several varieties of estoppel.

Soru 69

What is the term that refers to the substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted succeeds to the rights of the other?

Seçenekler

A
Estoppel
B
Subrogation
C
Equity
D
Amiable compositeur
E
Lex lata
Açıklama:
Subrogation: The substitution of one person for another so that the person substituted succeeds to the rights of the other.

Soru 70

What law term refers to a situation where there is no applicable law and when a competent court or tribunal fails to decide the merits of a case for the absence of suitable law, the vagueness or ambiguity of rules, inconsistencies in law, or the injustice of the legal consequences?

Seçenekler

A
Estoppel
B
Res judicata
C
In foro demestico
D
Erga omnes obligations
E
Non-liquet
Açıklama:
Non-liquet means “it is not clear.” In law, a non liquet is a situation where there is no applicable law. It refers to a situation in which a competent court or tribunal fails to decide the merits of a case for the absence of suitable law, the vagueness or ambiguity of rules, inconsistencies in law, or the injustice of the legal consequences.

Soru 71

I- Treaties
II- Custom
III- General principles of law
IV- Judicial decisions
V- Juristic work on international law
Which of the above fall into the category of subsidiary sources?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
I and II
C
II and III
D
III and IV
E
IV and V
Açıklama:
Judicial decisions and juristic work on international law fall into the category of subsidiary sources.

Soru 72

From ...., the law derives its authority or sanction.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Formal sources
B
Material sources
C
Main sources
D
Subsidiary sources
E
Other sources
Açıklama:
From formal sources, the law derives its authority or sanction.

Soru 73

Which of the following concepts means what is just and fair or according to equity and good conscience?

Seçenekler

A
Ex aequo et bono
B
Pacta sunt servanda
C
Opinio jurissivenecessitatis
D
Erga omnes obligations
E
Rebus sic stantibus
Açıklama:
Ex aequo et bono means what is just and fair or according to equity and good conscience.

Soru 74

I- Antiquity,
II- Certainty,
III- Continuity,
IV- Consistency,
V- Uniformity.
Which of the above are the attributes of international custom?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
I and II
C
I, II and III
D
I, II, III and IV
E
I, II, III, IV and V
Açıklama:
Antiquity, certainty, continuity, consistency, and uniformity are attributes of international custom.

Soru 75

Which of the following is an example of other possible sources of international law?

Seçenekler

A
International custom
B
Normative treaties
C
Law-making treaties
D
General principles of law
E
Resolutions of the UN General Assembly
Açıklama:
Resolutions and Declarations of the UN General Assembly are other possible sources of international law.

Soru 76

In which of the following cases did the International Court of Justice recognize state responsibility for damage to one country caused by activities within the jurisdiction of another country?

Seçenekler

A
The Corfu Channel case
B
The Charzow Factory case
C
The Nicaragua case
D
The S.S. Wimbledon case
E
The S.S. Lotus case
Açıklama:
In the Corfu Channel case, the International Court of Justice recognized state responsibility for damage to one country caused by activities within the jurisdiction of another country.

Soru 77

Which of the following is the belief that an action was carried out because it was a legal obligation?

Seçenekler

A
Ex aequo et bono
B
Opinio juris sive necessitatis
C
Erga omnes obligations
D
In foro demestico
E
Res judicata
Açıklama:
Opinio juris sive necessitatis is the belief that an action was carried out because it was a legal obligation

Soru 78

Which of the following made Switzerland a neutral country?

Seçenekler

A
The Final Act of the Congress of Vienna of 1815
B
The Peace of Westphalia of 1648
C
The Peace of Utrecht of 1713
D
The Treaty of Paris of 1856
E
The Treaty of Versailles of 1919
Açıklama:
The Final Act of the Congress of Vienna of 1815 made Switzerland a neutral country.

Soru 79

When was the Permanent Court of International Justice created?

Seçenekler

A
1911
B
1921
C
1931
D
1941
E
1951
Açıklama:
The Permanent Court of International Justice was created in 1921.

Soru 80

Who coined the term of instant customary international law?

Seçenekler

A
B. Cheng
B
Oppenheim
C
Brierly
D
Kelsen
E
Starke
Açıklama:
B. Cheng coined the term of instant customary international law.

Ünite 3

Soru 1

The old customary rules of international law regarding treaties have been codified and clarified in the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties in - - -.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
1945
B
1920
C
1969
D
1899
E
1990
Açıklama:
Prior to 1969, the law of treaties was mainly comprised of customary rules of international law. These rules have been codified and clarified in the 1969 Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties (referred here as the Convention). The Convention governs the law and practice of treaties concluded between states.

Soru 2

Which of the following defined the concept of treaty as an international agreement concluded between states in written form and governed by international law?

Seçenekler

A
L.F.L. Oppenheim.
B
The Vienna Convention.
C
Lord McNair.
D
The League of Nations
E
The Hague Conventions
Açıklama:
McNair defines treaty as “a written agreement by which two or more states or international organizations create or intend to create a relation between themselves, operating within the sphere of international law” (McNair,1961). According to Oppenheim, international treaties are agreements, of a contractual character, between states or organizations of states, creating legal rights and obligations between the parties (Oppenheim, vol. I, 1992). The Vienna Convention defines treaty as “an international agreement concluded between states in written form and governed by international law” (Art. 2(1)/a).

Soru 3

Which of the following is one of the relatively less formal instruments of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Treaty.
B
Pact.
C
Constitution.
D
Arrangement.
E
Charter.
Açıklama:
The terms treaty, pact, charter, constitution, statute, convention, General Act, Final Act (when it is an independent instrument) are generally used for formal instruments of multilateral character. The terms such as memorandum of understanding, procés vérbal, arrangement, exchange of notes are used for less formal instruments and generally related to transactions of provisional or temporary nature.

Soru 4

Which of the following is true about the form or the procedure of international treaties?

Seçenekler

A
Only the entities enjoying international legal personality can be parties to a treaty.
B
The Vienna Convention denies the legal validity of oral agreements.
C
An agreement, to be termed as a treaty, should be governed by national law.
D
International law prescribes a specific form for the making of the treaty.
E
International law prescribes a specific procedure for the making of the treaty.
Açıklama:
The Vienna Convention is limited to written treaties in the interest of clarity and simplicity,without denying the legal validity of oral agreements. An agreement, to be termed as a treaty, should be governed by international law and not by national law. Like terminology, international law does not prescribe any form or procedure for the making of a treaty, though the constitutional law of certain states prescribes both. Only the entities enjoying international legal personality can be parties to a treaty. Article 6 of the Vienna Convention provides that “every state possesses capacity to conclude treaties.”

Soru 5

Which of the following refers to the formal document emanating from the competent authority of a state designating a person or persons to represent the state for negotiating, adopting, or authenticating the text of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Deferred signature.
B
Full powers.
C
Accession.
D
Plenipotentiary.
E
Quid pro quo.
Açıklama:
Full powers is a formal document emanating from the competent authority of a state designating a person or persons to represent the state for negotiating, adopting or authenticating the text of a treaty, for expressing the consent of the state to be bound by a treaty, or for accomplishing any other act with respect to a treaty (Art. 2(1)/c, Vienna Convention). Before the start of the formal negotiations of a treaty, normally there is a reciprocal examination of the full powers in order to avoid any trouble resulting from negotiation with a representative, not duly authorized to negotiate.

Soru 6

A reservation is - - -.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
A unilateral statement made by a state at the time of signing, ratifying, accepting, approving or acceding to a treaty.
B
The international act whereby a State establishes on the international plane its consent to be bound by a treaty.
C
A method by which a state becomes a party to a treaty of which it is not a signatory.
D
A certain kind of treaty which binds or produces effects for third states without their consent.
E
A formal document emanating from the competent authority of a state designating a person to represent the state.
Açıklama:
A reservation is a unilateral statement made by a state at the time of signing, ratifying, accepting, approving or acceding to a treaty, whereby it purports to exclude or modify the legal effect of certain provisions of the treaty in their application to that state (Art. 2(1)/d). The object of a state making the reservation is to alter its obligations with regard to other parties. A declaration in the nature of interpretation of certain provisions in a particular way, which does not vary the obligations of that signatory vis-a-vis other signatories, is not a true reservation.

Soru 7

Which of the following is not oneof the reasons for absolute invalidity of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Error.
B
Fraudulent conduct.
C
Corruption.
D
Threat or use of force.
E
Conflict with a peremptory norm.
Açıklama:
Error, to be a ground of invalidity, must be the one related to a fact or situation assumed by the state concerned. That fact or situation has formed an essential basis of State’s consent to the treaty. However, (a) if the State has contributed by its own conduct to the error or (b) if the circumstances were such as to put that state on notice of a possible error, or (c) the error related only to the wording of the text of the treaty, it cannot become a ground for the invalidation of the treaty (Art. 48).

Soru 8

Compelling law that designates norms from which no derogation is permitted by way of particular agreements is also called - - - .
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Jus dispositivum.
B
Pacta tertiis nec nocent nec prosunt.
C
Ut res magis valeat quam pereat.
D
Jus cogens.
E
Rebus sic stantibus.
Açıklama:
Jus cogens literally means “compelling law.” It designates norms from which no derogation is permitted by way of particular agreements. It stems from the idea already known in Roman law that certain legal rules cannot be contracted out. Jus cogens is opposed to jus dispositivum, i.e., rules that yield to the will of the parties. In case of a contrary disposition of the parties, one can contract out of jus dispositivum but not out of jus cogens.

Soru 9

The doctrine of rebus sic stantibus regarding the termination and suspension of treaties implies that - - -.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
the operation of a treaty may be suspended for all the parties or for a particular party according to the express stipulations of the treaty.
B
where a treaty is silent on the matter of termination, withdrawal, or denunciation, normally no denunciation or withdrawal is possible.
C
a treaty may be impliedly repealed if all its parties conclude a new treaty relating to the same subject matter.
D
a violation of a treaty by one party may give the right to other party to suspend the performance of its obligations under the treaty.
E
treaties that are perpetual in nature and silent on the termination or withdrawal may be revoked because of vital changes in circumstances.
Açıklama:
Treaties that are perpetual in nature and silent on the termination or withdrawal may be revoked because of vital changes in circumstances. This is based on the principle, traditionally known as conventio omnis intelligitur rebus sic stantibus, that is, treaties are concluded under the tacit condition rebus sic stantibus (literally means “things remaining as they are”). The principle is an express or implied term in every treaty.

Soru 10

The record of the drafting of a treaty, including the records of negotiations between the participating states and, in some cases, the records of the work of independent bodies of experts is called - - -.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Subsequent practice.
B
Acquiescence.
C
Amendment.
D
Ad idem.
E
Preparatory work.
Açıklama:
The preparatory work (travaux préparatoires) is, in general terms, the record of the drafting of a treaty, including the records of negotiations between the participating states and, in some cases, the records of the work of independent bodies of experts. Preparatory work may be a manifestation of the common intention of the parties to the treaty.

Soru 11

Which of the following concepts refers to a written agreement by which two or more states or international organizations create or intend to create a relation between themselves, operating within the sphere of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Treaty
B
General principles of law
C
Custom
D
Opinio juris
E
Jus Cogens
Açıklama:
McNair defines treaty as “a written agreement by which two or more states or international organizations create or intend to create a relation between themselves, operating within the sphere of international law” (McNair, 1961).

Soru 12

Which of the following concepts does not generally refer to formal instruments of multilateral character?

Seçenekler

A
Pact
B
Statute
C
Convention
D
Final Act
E
Memorandum of Understanding
Açıklama:
The terms treaty, pact, charter, constitution, statute, convention, General Act, Final Act (when it is an independent instrument) are generally used for formal instruments of multilateral character. The terms such as memorandum of understanding, procés vérbal, arrangement, exchange of notes are used for less formal instruments and generally related to transactions of provisional or temporary nature. The terms like declarations, agreements, modus vivendi or joint communiqué are common to both formal and less formal types of agreements.

Soru 13

Prior to 1969, the law of treaties was mainly comprised of customary rules of international law. These rules have been codified and clarified in the - - - on the Law of Treaties.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Vienna Convention
B
Declaration of Paris
C
Rome Statute
D
Declaration of St. Petersburg
E
Hague Conventions
Açıklama:
Prior to 1969, the law of treaties was mainly comprised of customary rules of international law. These rules have been codified and clarified in the 1969 Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties

Soru 14

Which of the following characteristics should an agreement have for it to be considered a treaty?

  1. It should be embodied in a written instrument between two or more entities;

  2. Those entities should be endowed with international personality;

  3. It should be governed by international law;

  4. It should be prepared by the United Nations.

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
II and IV
C
III and IV
D
I, II and III
E
I, II and IV
Açıklama:
Irrespective of the form or terminology of a particular instrument, an agreement should have the following characteristics to be considered as a treaty:
• it should be embodied in a written instrument between two or more
entities;
• those entities should be endowed with international personality; and
• it should be governed by international law.

Soru 15

Which of the following is defined as some favor or advantage given to someone in return for something they have done?

Seçenekler

A
Quid pro quo
B
Unilateral declaration
C
Ex officio
D
Lex commissoria
E
Erga omnes
Açıklama:
Quid pro quo means thatsome favor or advantage given to someone in return for something they have done

Soru 16

Which of the following is the one of the three main approaches to treaty interpretation?

Seçenekler

A
Textual
B
Oral
C
Extraordinary
D
Written
E
Ordinary
Açıklama:
There are three main approaches to treaty
interpretation:
• Textual (ordinary meaning of the words),
• The intention of the parties,
• Teleological (the object and purpose of the treaty).

Soru 17

Which of the following approaches to treaty interpretation refers to ordinary meaning of the words?

Seçenekler

A
Textual
B
The intention of the parties
C
Teleological
D
The object of the treaty
E
The purpose of the treaty
Açıklama:
There are three main approaches to treaty
interpretation:
• Textual (ordinary meaning of the words),
• The intention of the parties,
• Teleological (the object and purpose of the
treaty).

Soru 18

Which of the following is related to the individual provisions of a treaty, whereas revision concerns with the general review of the whole treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Change
B
Amendment
C
Modification
D
Revision
E
Development
Açıklama:
Amendment is related to the individual provisions of a treaty, whereas revision concerns with the general review of the whole treaty.

Soru 19

Which of the following is about inter-se agreements concluded between
certain parties and it refers to varying the provisions of the treaty in their mutual relations?

Seçenekler

A
Change
B
Development
C
Amendment
D
Modification
E
Classification
Açıklama:
Modification is about inter-se agreements concluded between certain parties and it refers to varying the provisions of the treaty in their mutual relations.

Soru 20

Which one of the following terms is used for more formal types of agreements?

Seçenekler

A
memorandum of understanding
B
procés vérbal
C
charter
D
arrangement
E
exchange of notes
Açıklama:
The terms treaty, pact, charter, constitution, statute, convention, General Act, Final Act (when it is an independent instrument) are generally used for formal instruments of multilateral character

Soru 21

I. it should be orally confirmed by the leaders of two or more entities II. The entities should be endowed with international personality III. it should be governed by international law Which one(s) of the statements above is/are among the characteristics of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
Only III
D
I-II
E
II-III
Açıklama:
Irrespective of the form or terminology of a particular instrument, an agreement should have the following characteristics to be considered as a treaty:
• it should be embodied in a written instrument between two or more entities;
• those entities should be endowed with international personality; and
• it should be governed by international law

Soru 22

Which one of the following terms refers to the formal document emanating from the competent authority of a state designating a person or persons to represent the state for negotiating, adopting or authenticating the text of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
unilateral declaration
B
quid pro quo
C
protectorate
D
full powers
E
ex officio
Açıklama:
Full powers is a formal document emanating from the competent authority of a state designating a person or persons to represent the state for negotiating, adopting or authenticating the text of a treaty, for expressing the consent of the state to be bound by a treaty, or for accomplishing any other act with respect to a treaty (Art. 2(1)/c, Vienna Convention)

Soru 23

Which one of the following steps of making a treaty includes a government's approval of the treaty in question?

Seçenekler

A
Accession
B
Ratification
C
Commencement
D
Authentication
E
Negotiation
Açıklama:
Ratification is the international act whereby “a State establishes on the international plane its consent to be bound by a treaty” (Art. 2(1)/b, Vienna Convention). Ratification is an act of government to approve the treaty in question.

Soru 24

Which one of the following approaches supports that a state making reservation (the reserving state) can do so only with the consent of other contracting parties?

Seçenekler

A
Pan American Union approach
B
traditional approach
C
modern approach
D
textual
E
Teleological
Açıklama:
According to the traditional approach, a state making reservation (the reserving state) can do so only with the consent of other contracting parties. The application of this principle is not difficult in the case of a bilateral treaty or with
limited membership

Soru 25

Which one of the following is not among the factors that might cause the invalidity of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Violation of domestic law
B
Error
C
Fraud and corruption of the state representative
D
Extension of the reservation
E
Coercion
Açıklama:
Violation of domestic law, Error, Fraud and corruption of the state representative, and Coercion are among the reasons that might lead a treaty become invalid

Soru 26

Which one of the following terms is used if, at the time of its conclusion, a treaty conflicts with a peremptory norm of general international law?

Seçenekler

A
Conflict with a Norm of Jus Cogens
B
Coercion
C
Fraud and corruption of the state representative
D
Error
E
Violation of domestic law
Açıklama:
A treaty is void ab initio (from the beginning), if at the time of its conclusion it conflicts with a peremptory norm of general international law, i.e., jus cogens (Art. 53). “If a new peremptory norm of general international law emerges, any
existing treaty which is in conflict with that norm becomes void and terminates” (Art. 64). Thus, a treaty is void if it is in contradiction with the existing or new jus cogens.

Soru 27

Which one of the followig terms stands for the the violation of a provision essential to the accomplishment of the object or purpose of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
bilateral treaty
B
multilateral treaty
C
material breach
D
supervening impossibility
E
peremptory norm
Açıklama:
A material breach refers to “the violation of a provision essential to the accomplishment of the object or purpose of a treaty” (Art. 60/3(b)).

Soru 28

I. Teleological
II. Traditional
III. Modern
Which one(s) of the approaches above is/are among the three main approaches to treaty interpretation?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
Only III
D
I-II
E
II-III
Açıklama:
There are three main approaches to treaty interpretation:
• Textual (ordinary meaning of the words),
• The intention of the parties,
• Teleological (the object and purpose of the treaty).

Soru 29

Which one of the following terms is related to the individual provisions of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Amendment
B
Revision
C
Modification
D
Circumstances of the conclusion
E
Acquiescence
Açıklama:
The concepts of amendment, revision, and modification connote the process of altering the provisions of treaties. Amendment is related to the individual provisions of a treaty

Soru 30

In term of the process of altering the provisions of treaties, which of the following concerns with the general review of the whole treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Revision
B
Amendment
C
Modification
D
Acquiescence
E
Breach
Açıklama:
The concepts of amendment, revision, and modification connote the process of altering the provisions of treaties. Amendment is related to the individual provisions of a treaty, whereas revision concerns with the general review of the whole treaty. The correct answer is A.

Soru 31

In term of the process of altering the provisions of treaties, which of the following is related to the individual provisions of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Acquiescence
B
Amendment
C
Breach
D
Revision
E
Modification
Açıklama:
The concepts of amendment, revision, and modification connote the process of altering the provisions of treaties. Amendment is related to the individual provisions of a treaty, whereas revision concerns with the general review of the whole treaty. The correct answer is B.

Soru 32

In term of the process of altering the provisions of treaties, which of the following is about inter-se agreements concluded between certain parties and refers to varying the provisions of the treaty in their mutual relations?

Seçenekler

A
Revision
B
Breach
C
Modification
D
Acquiescence
E
Amendment
Açıklama:
Modification is about inter-se agreements concluded between certain parties and it refers to varying the provisions of the treaty in their mutual relations. The correct answer is C.

Soru 33

Which of the following is a situation in which modifications to a multilateral treaty are permitted?

Seçenekler

A
When only one of the countries subject to the treaty demand it.
B
Even if the modification in question is prohibited by the treaty.
C
If the modification affects the rights and obligations of other parties under the treaty.
D
Two or more parties to a multilateral treaty agree and give notice to other parties.
E
If the modification relates to a provision, derogation from which is incompatible with the purpose of the treaty.
Açıklama:
Two or more parties to a multilateral treaty, subject to the provisions of the treaty itself and by giving notice to other parties, can conclude an agreement to modify the treaty between themselves. However, such an agreement is not permitted if:
• the modification in question is prohibited by the treaty, or
• it affects the rights and obligations of other parties under the treaty, or
• it relates to a provision, derogation from which is incompatible with the effective execution of the object and purpose of the treaty as a whole (Art. 41). The correct answer is D.

Soru 34

Who defined treaties as “agreements, of a contractual character, between states or organizations of states, creating legal rights and obligations between the parties"?

Seçenekler

A
Starke
B
McNair
C
Schwarzenberger
D
Brierly
E
Oppenheim
Açıklama:
According to Oppenheim, international treaties are agreements, of a contractual character, between states or organizations of states, creating legal rights and obligations between the parties (Oppenheim, vol. I, 1992). The Vienna Convention defines treaty as “an international agreement concluded between states in written form and governed by international law” (Art. 2(1)/a). Thus, every treaty is an agreement, but not all agreements are treaties. The correct answer is E.

Soru 35

Which of the following is the international act whereby “a State establishes on the international plane its consent to be bound by a treaty”?

Seçenekler

A
Ratification
B
Accession
C
Termination
D
Commencement
E
Authentication
Açıklama:
Ratification is the international act whereby “a State establishes on the international plane its consent to be bound by a treaty” (Art. 2(1)/b, Vienna Convention). Ratification is an act of government to approve the treaty in question. Treaty becomes binding on the state after ratification. The correct answer is A.

Soru 36

Which of the following is a method by which a state becomes a party to a treaty of which it is not a signatory?

Seçenekler

A
Ratification
B
Accession
C
Termination
D
Commencement
E
Authentication
Açıklama:
Accession, adhesion or adherence is a method by which a state becomes a party to a treaty of which it is not a signatory. Under the earlier practice, accession could be made only after the treaty had come into force. According to present practice, a non-signatory state may accede before or after the treaty has come into force. The correct answer is B.

Soru 37

Which of the following grounds for the invalidity of a treaty refers to a situation in which a treaty's conclusion is procured by the threat or use of force in violation of the principles of the UN Charter?

Seçenekler

A
Violation of peremptory norms
B
Coercion
C
Fraud
D
Error
E
Violation of domestic law on treaty-making
Açıklama:
A treaty becomes void if its conclusion was procured by the threat or use of force in violation of the principles of the UN Charter. Coercion can be of a state’s representative (Art. 51) or of a state (Art. 52). The use of coercion against the representative of a state for the purposes of procuring the conclusion of a treaty would be a serious matter that is sufficient to declare the treaty devoid of any legal consequence. In practice, sometimes it becomes difficult to make a distinction between the coercion directed at a state or its representative. The correct answer is B.

Soru 38

Concerning all the recorded instances in which errors were alleged to have invalidated certain treaties, what were those errors?

Seçenekler

A
Timing errors
B
Errors about people
C
Errors about numbers
D
Geographical errors
E
Errors about representatives
Açıklama:
Article 48 the Vienna Convention considers error or mistake a reason to invalidate a treaty. The state practice, however, is scanty in this regard. All the recorded instances in which errors were alleged to have invalidated certain treaties were related to geographical errors, and mostly errors in maps. Both the ICJ and the PCIJ have had the occasion to consider the pleas of error, which were rejected. This is evident in the Temple of Preah Vihear case (Cambodia v. Thailand, 1962) and the Mavrommatis case (Greece v. United Kingdom, 1924). The correct answer is D.

Soru 39

Which of the following refers to “the violation of a provision essential to the accomplishment of the object or purpose of a treaty”?

Seçenekler

A
Amendment
B
Modification
C
Revision
D
Coercion
E
Material breach
Açıklama:
According to the Vienna Convention, only a material breach entitles a party to withdraw from a treaty. A material breach refers to “the violation of a provision essential to the accomplishment of the object or purpose of a treaty” (Art. 60/3(b)). The correct answer is E.

Soru 40

Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties codified and clarified the customary rules of international law that comprised of the law of treaties. Which year was the Convention held?

Seçenekler

A
1969
B
1945
C
1922
D
1983
E
1978
Açıklama:
Prior to 1969, the law of treaties was mainly comprised of customary rules of international law. These rules have been codified and clarified in the 1969 Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 41

I. Verbal agreement,
II. At least two parties,
III. Bound by international law,
IV. Parties with international personalities.
Which of the listed above is needed for an agreement to be considered as a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Only I.
B
I & II.
C
I, II & III.
D
Only IV.
E
II, III & IV.
Açıklama:
Irrespective of the form or terminology of a particular instrument, an agreement should have the following characteristics to be considered as a treaty: it should be embodied in a written instrument between two or more entities; those entities should be endowed with international personality; and it should be governed by international law. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 42

Which of the followings refers to some favor or advantage given to someone in return for something they have done?

Seçenekler

A
Sine qua non.
B
Erga omnes.
C
Quid pro quo.
D
Primus inter pares.
E
Persona non grata.
Açıklama:
Quid pro quo: some favor or advantage given to someone in return for something they have done (Cambridge Dictionary). Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 43

Even if delegates have agreed upon a text, it might be referred to their governments for further action in the acceptance of the treaty.
Which of the following conditions does not require this action?

Seçenekler

A
If the treaty is subject to ratification.
B
If the treaty is subject to accession.
C
If the treaty is subject to signature.
D
If the treaty is subject to acceptance.
E
If the treaty is subject to approval.
Açıklama:
If the treaty is subject to ratification, acceptance, approval or accession, signature merely signifies that the delegates have agreed upon a text that will be referred to their governments for further action in the acceptance of the treaty. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 44

Which of the followings refers to an act of government to approve the treaty in question?

Seçenekler

A
Acceptance.
B
Approval.
C
Signature.
D
Accession.
E
Ratification.
Açıklama:
Ratification is the international act whereby “a State establishes on the international plane its consent to be bound by a treaty”. Ratification is an act of government to approve the treaty in question. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 45

What is the definition of plenipotentiary in terms of treaties?

Seçenekler

A
An elected representative.
B
An appointed bureaucrat by the president.
C
Minister of foreign affairs.
D
A representative with full powers.
E
Each party of a treaty.
Açıklama:
Treaty becomes binding on the state after ratification. Ratification presupposes signing of a treaty by the duly appointed plenipotentiary (person having full powers). Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 46

Which of the followings refers to the final act of a state to be bound by a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Acceptance.
B
Approval.
C
Signature.
D
Ratification.
E
Accession.
Açıklama:
Accession is normally a final act of a state to be bound by a treaty; it does not require ratification unless so provided in the instrument of accession. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 47

Which of the followings is the principle stating that "a treaty does not create either obligations or rights for a third state without its consent"?

Seçenekler

A
Pacta tertiis nec nocent nec prosunt.
B
Ignorantia legis neminem excusat.
C
Ne bis in idem.
D
Mutatis mutandis.
E
Res ipsa loquitur.
Açıklama:
Pacta tertiis nec nocent nec prosunt: A treaty does not create either obligations or rights for a third state without its consent (Oxford Reference). Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 48

Which of the followings refers to unilateral statement made by a state at the time of signing, ratifying, accepting, approving or acceding to a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Rationale.
B
Reservation.
C
Preamble.
D
Provision.
E
Condition.
Açıklama:
A reservation is a unilateral statement made by a state at the time of signing, ratifying, accepting, approving or acceding to a treaty, whereby it purports to exclude or modify the legal effect of certain provisions of the treaty in their application to that state. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 49

Which of the followings refers to a law designating norms from which no derogation is permitted by way of particular agreements?

Seçenekler

A
Bona fide.
B
Jus cogens.
C
De facto.
D
Ex concessis.
E
Ipso facto.
Açıklama:
Jus cogens literally means “compelling law.” It designates norms from which no derogation is permitted by way of particular agreements. It stems from the idea already known in Roman law that certain legal rules cannot be contracted out (Oxford Bibliographies). Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 50

According to the Vienna Convention, which of the following refers to an international agreement concluded between states in written form and governed by international law?

Seçenekler

A
Treaty
B
Accession
C
Executive order
D
Ratification
E
Amendment
Açıklama:
According to the Vienna Convention, treaty refers to an international agreement concluded between states in written form and governed by international law.

Soru 51

I- A treaty should be embodied in a written instrument between two or more entities.
II- Entities party to a treaty should be endowed with international personality.
III- A treaty should be governed by international law.
IV- The Vienna Convention denies the legal validity of oral agreements.
Which of the above is among the characteristics of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
I and II
C
II and III
D
I,II and III
E
I, II, III, and IV
Açıklama:
A treaty should have these three characteristics:
I- A treaty should be embodied in a written instrument between two or more entities.
II- Entities party to a treaty should be endowed with international personality.
III- A treaty should be governed by international law.

Soru 52

In the absence of any provision in the constitution to the contrary, the treaty-making power resides in .... .
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
the Head of a State
B
the Parliament
C
the Government
D
the Foreign Minister
E
the Supreme Court
Açıklama:
In the absence of any provision in the constitution to the contrary, the treaty-making power resides in the Head of a State.

Soru 53

Which of the following can be a first step in the making of treaties?

Seçenekler

A
Authentication
B
Negotiation and adoption
C
Commencement
D
Ratification
E
Accession
Açıklama:
Negotiation and adoption of the text is the first step in the making of treaties.

Soru 54

Which of the following refers to a unilateral statement made by a state at the time of signing, ratifying, accepting, approving or acceding to a treaty, whereby it purports to exclude or modify the legal effect of certain provisions of the treaty in their application to that state?

Seçenekler

A
Ratification
B
Accession
C
Negotiation
D
Reservation
E
Obligation
Açıklama:
A reservation is a unilateral statement made by a state at the time of signing, ratifying, accepting, approving or acceding to a treaty, whereby it purports to exclude or modify the legal effect of certain provisions of the treaty in their application to that state.

Soru 55

According to ..., a state making reservation (the reserving state) can do so only with the consent of other contracting parties.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
the traditional approach
B
the Pan American Union approach
C
the modern approach
D
the functional approach
E
the pragmatic approach
Açıklama:
According to the traditional approach, a state making reservation (the reserving state) can do so only with the consent of other contracting parties.

Soru 56

I- Violation of domestic law on treaty-making
II- Error
III- Fraud and corruption of the state representative
IV- Coercion
V- Conflict with a norm of jus cogens
Which of the above is among the situations in which a treaty may be rendered invalid?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
I and II
C
I, II and III
D
I, II, III and IV
E
I, II, III, IV and V
Açıklama:
Situations in which a treaty may be rendered invalid can be stated as follows:
I- Violation of domestic law on treaty-making
II- Error
III- Fraud and corruption of the state representative
IV- Coercion
V- Conflict with a norm of jus cogens

Soru 57

A party to a treaty may be discharged from its obligations, or a treaty may be terminated due to several reasons except for ...
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
the will of parties
B
a breach of treaty by a party
C
a supervening impossibility
D
a fundamental change of circumstances
E
the use of force
Açıklama:
A party to a treaty may be discharged from its obligations, or a treaty may be terminated due to several reasons except for the use of force.

Soru 58

Which of the following is important to ascertain the true meaning of the text of a treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Interpretation
B
Application
C
Modification
D
Revision
E
Amendment
Açıklama:
Interpretation is important to ascertain the true meaning of the text of a treaty.

Soru 59

I- Treaties of cession
II- Boundary treaties
III- Treaties relating to international settlements
IV- Treaties establishing special regimes
Which of the above is among the examples of dispositive treaties and constitutive treaties?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
I and II
C
I, II and III
D
II, III and IV
E
I, II, III and IV
Açıklama:
Dispositive treaties and constitutive treaties include treaties of cession, boundary treaties, treaties relating to international settlements, and treaties establishing special regimes.

Soru 60

One of the characteristics that an agreement should have in order for it to be considered a treaty is:

Seçenekler

A
It must be an agreement between the heads of states of the concerned countries.
B
It must be an agreement between the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the concerned countries.
C
It should be embodied in a written instrument between two or more entities.
D
It should be governed by national laws of the concerned countries.
E
It should be signed between protectorates.
Açıklama:
Irrespective of the form or terminology of a particular instrument, one of the characteristics that an agreement should have to be considered as a treaty is that it should be embodied in a written instrument between two or more entities.

Soru 61

How does The Vienna Convention define treaty?

Seçenekler

A
Treaty is the ubiquitous tool through which all kinds of international transactions are conducted.
B
Treaty is a written agreement by which two or more states or international organizations create or intend to create a relation between themselves, operating within the sphere of international law.
C
A treaty is an international agreement concluded between states in written form and governed by international law.
D
Treaties are agreements, of a contractual character, between states or organizations of states, creating legal rights and obligations between the parties.
E
Treaty is every kind of agreement.
Açıklama:
The Vienna Convention defines treaty as “an international agreement concluded between states in written form and governed by international law”.

Soru 62

What is the meaning of 'ratification' ?

Seçenekler

A
Ratification is a method by which a state becomes a party to a treaty of which it is not a signatory.
B
Ratification is a formal document emanating from the competent authority of a state designating a person or persons to represent the state for negotiating, adopting or authenticating the text of a treaty.
C
Ratification is some favor or advantage given to someone in return for something they have done.
D
Ratification is the international act whereby “a State establishes on the international plane its consent to be bound by a treaty”.
E
Ratification is a unilateral statement made by a state at the time of signing a treaty, whereby it purports to exclude or modify the legal effect of certain provisions of the treaty in their application to that state.
Açıklama:
Ratification is the international act whereby “a State establishes on the international plane its consent to be bound by a treaty” (Art. 2(1)/b, Vienna Convention). Ratification is an act of government to approve the treaty in question. Treaty becomes binding on the state after ratification.

Soru 63

Which of the statements below is true according to the modern approach on making reservations?

Seçenekler

A
If a party to the Convention objects to another party's reservation which it considers to be incompatible with the object and purpose of the Convention, it can consider that the reserving state is not a party to the Convention.
B
A state can make reservation even without the consent of all other contracting parties.
C
A State which has made and maintained a reservation that has been objected to by one or more of the parties to the Convention, can be regarded as being a party to the Convention even if the reservation is not compatible with the object and purpose of the Convention.
D
A treaty shall be in force between a state that has ratified it with reservations and another which may have already ratified and which does not accept such reservations.
E
A State which has made and maintained a reservation that has been objected to by one or more of the parties to the Convention can not be regarded as being a party to the Convention even if the reservation is compatible with the object and purpose of the Convention.
Açıklama:
The modern approach is based upon the ICJ’s advisory opinion in the Reservations to the Genocide Convention case (1951). According to this approach if a party to the Convention objects to a reservation which it considers to be incompatible with the object and purpose of the Convention, it can, in fact, consider that the reserving state is not a party to the Convention, and if a party accepts the reservation as being compatible with the object and purpose of the Convention, it can, in fact, consider that the reserving state is a party to the Convention.

Soru 64

If a new peremptory norm of general international law emerges, what happens with any existing treaty which is in conflict with that norm and why?

Seçenekler

A
Treaty does not terminate as it had started before the new norm emerged.
B
Treaty does not terminate but some aspects of it may be changed in order for it to be more compatible with the new norm.
C
Treaty terminates on grounds of fraud.
D
Treaty becomes void and terminates on grounds of violation of domestic laws.
E
Treaty becomes void and terminates because it is in contradiction with jus cogens.
Açıklama:
A treaty is void ab initio (from the beginning), if at the time of its conclusion it conflicts with a peremptory norm of general international law, i.e., jus cogens (Art. 53). “If a new peremptory norm of general international law emerges, any existing treaty which is in conflict with that norm becomes void and terminates” (Art. 64). Thus, a treaty is void if it is in contradiction with the existing or new jus cogens.

Soru 65

In which of the situations below a treaty is not rendered invalid?

Seçenekler

A
If its conclusion was procured by the threat or use of force in violation of the principles of the UN Charter.
B
If there is an error related only to the wording of the text of the treaty.
C
If the expression of a state’s consent to be bound by a treaty has been procured through the corruption of its representative by another negotiating state.
D
If at the time of its conclusion the treaty conflicts with a peremptory norm of general international law.
E
If the state's consent to be bound by the treaty has been expressed in violation of a provision of its internal law and this violation is manifest and concerns a rule of internal law of fundamental importance.
Açıklama:
Error, to be a ground of invalidity, must be the one related to a fact or situation assumed by the state concerned. However if the error is related only to the wording of the text of the treaty, it cannot become a ground for the invalidation of the treaty.

Soru 66

What does the term 'material breach' refer to?

Seçenekler

A
The violation of a provision essential to the accomplishment of the object or purpose of a treaty.
B
The juridical status of treaties.
C
A right arised for a third State from a provision of a treaty if the parties to the treaty intend the provision to accord that right to the third State.
D
Some favor or advantage given to someone in return for something they have done.
E
The records of negotiations between the states participating in a treaty and, in some cases, the records of the work of independent bodies of experts.
Açıklama:
According to the Vienna Convention, only a material breach entitles a party to withdraw from a treaty. A material breach refers to “the violation of a provision essential to the accomplishment of the object or purpose of a treaty” .

Soru 67

Which of the alternatives below describes a situation where a treaty can be terminated?

Seçenekler

A
The temporary destruction of an object indispensable for the execution of the treaty.
B
A fundamental change of circumstances in a treaty which establishes a boundary.
C
A fundamental change of circumstances as a result of a breach by the party invoking it of an obligation under the treaty.
D
The permanent submergence of an island which is indispensable for the execution of the treaty.
E
When there exists a supervening impossibility as a result of some default of the invoking party.
Açıklama:
A treaty may be terminated due to a supervening impossibility. This may result from “the permanent disappearance or destruction of an object indispensable for the execution of the treaty” (Art. 61/1). The ILC illustrates these circumstances as the submergence of an island which is indispensable for the execution of a treaty.If the impossibility is not permanent, it may be invoked only as a ground for suspending the operation of the treaty.

Soru 68

Teleological approach to treaty interpretation refers to............
What completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Ordinary meaning of the words.
B
The intention of the parties.
C
The object and purpose of the treaty.
D
The background of the treaty.
E
The context of the treaty.
Açıklama:
There are three main approaches to treaty interpretation:
• Textual (ordinary meaning of the words)
• The intention of the parties
• Teleological (the object and purpose of the treaty).

Soru 69

Two or more parties to a multilateral treaty, subject to the provisions of the treaty itself and by giving notice to other parties, can conclude an agreement to modify the treaty between themselves if..........
Which one completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
The modification in question is not allowed by the treaty.
B
It affects the rights of other parties under the treaty.
C
It does not affect the obligations of other parties under the treaty.
D
It relates to a provision from which is incompatible with the effective execution of the object and purpose of the treaty as a whole.
E
It relates to a derogation from which is incompatible with the effective execution of the object and purpose of the treaty as a whole.
Açıklama:
Two or more parties to a multilateral treaty, subject to the provisions of the treaty itself and by giving notice to other parties, can conclude an agreement to modify the treaty between themselves if the treaty does not affect the rights and obligations of other parties under the treaty.

Soru 70

Which of the terms below are generally used for formal instruments of multilateral character?

Seçenekler

A
Memorandum of understanding
B
Procés vérbal
C
Treaty
D
Arrangement
E
Exchange of notes
Açıklama:
The terms treaty, pact, charter, constitution, statute, convention, General Act, Final Act (when it is an independent instrument) are generally used for formal instruments of multilateral character. The terms such as memorandum of understanding, procés vérbal, arrangement, exchange of notes are used for less formal instruments and generally related to transactions of provisional or temporary nature.

Soru 71

Which of the characteristics below are the ones an agreement should have in order to be considered as a treaty?
I. It should be embodied in a written instrument at least between three entities.
II.Those entities should be endowed with international personality
III. It should be governed by international law

Seçenekler

A
II and III
B
I and III
C
III
D
I and II
E
II
Açıklama:
Irrespective of the form or terminology of a particular instrument, an agreement should have
the following characteristics to be considered as a treaty:
• it should be embodied in a written
instrument between two or more
entities;
• those entities should be endowed with
international personality; and
• it should be governed by international law.
I

Soru 72

______________ is a formal document emanating from the competent authority of a state designating a person or persons to represent the state for negotiating, adopting or authenticating the text of a treaty, for expressing the consent of the state to be bound by a treaty, or for accomplishing any other act with respect to a treaty.
What is defined above?

Seçenekler

A
Amendment
B
Full powers
C
Accession
D
Unilateral Declaration
E
Legal Personality
Açıklama:
Full powers is a formal document emanating from the competent authority of a state designating a person or persons to represent the state for negotiating, adopting or authenticating the text of a treaty, for expressing the consent of the state to be bound by a treaty, or for accomplishing any other act with respect to a treaty.Before the start of the formal negotiations of a treaty, normally there is a reciprocal examination of the full powers in order to avoid any trouble resulting from negotiation with a representative, not duly authorized to negotiate. Through the conclusion of less formal agreements between the departments of two governments, the practice of production of full powers by states is now increasingly dispensed with.

Soru 73

________________ is a method by which a state becomes a party to a treaty of which it is not a signatory.
What is defined above?

Seçenekler

A
Ratification
B
Reservation
C
Preparatory Work
D
Modification
E
Accession
Açıklama:
Accession, adhesion or adherence is a method by which a state becomes a party to a treaty of which it is not a signatory. Under the earlier practice, accession could be made only after the treaty had come into force. According to present practice, a non-signatory state may accede before or after the treaty has come into force.

Soru 74

_____________________ designates norms from which no derogation is permitted by way of particular agreements?

Seçenekler

A
Ratification
B
Legal Personality
C
Jus Cogens
D
Modification
E
Pacta Sunt Servanda
Açıklama:
Jus cogens literally means “compelling law.” It designates norms from which no derogation is permitted by way of particular agreements. It stems from the idea already known in Roman law that certain legal rules cannot be contracted out

Soru 75

Preparatory Work... .

Seçenekler

A
is the most reliable evidence as to the correct interpretation of a treaty
B
is alteration of particular provisions and the general review of the whole treaty
C
it refers to varying the provisions of the treaty in their mutual relations.
D
is the record of the drafting of a treaty
E
is important to ascertain the true meaning of the text of a treaty
Açıklama:
The preparatory work (travaux préparatoires) is, in general terms, the record of the drafting of a treaty, including the records of negotiations between the participating states and, in some cases, the records of the work of independent bodies of experts. Preparatory work may be a manifestation of the common intention of the parties to the treaty

Soru 76

... for the purpose of the interpretation of a treaty shall comprise, including its preamble and annexes, any agreement relating to the treaty made between all the parties in connection with the conclusion of the treaty. It will also include any instrument that was made by one or more parties in connection with the conclusion of the treaty and accepted by other parties.
Which of the following is defined in the paragraph above?

Seçenekler

A
Application
B
Interpretation
C
Context
D
Coercion
E
Jus cogens
Açıklama:
The “context” has been used in a wider sense, including the background of the treaty and not confined merely to the text of the treaty. In addition to the text, the context for the purpose of the interpretation of a treaty shall comprise, including its preamble and annexes, any agreement relating to the treaty made between all the parties in connection with the conclusion of the treaty. It will also include any instrument that was made by one or more parties in connection with the conclusion of the treaty and accepted by other parties

Soru 77

What does "the permanent disappearance or destruction of an object indispensable for the execution of the treaty” result in?

Seçenekler

A
Interpretation
B
Application
C
Modification
D
Amendment
E
Supervening impossibility
Açıklama:
A party to a treaty may be discharged from its obligations, or a treaty may be terminated due to a supervening impossibility. This may result from “the permanent disappearance or destruction of an object indispensable for the execution of the treaty.”

Soru 78

Which of the terms below are common to both formal and less formal types of agreements?

Seçenekler

A
Final Act
B
General Act
C
Convention
D
Constitution
E
Declaration
Açıklama:
The terms like declarations, agreements, modus vivendi or joint communiqué are common
to both formal and less formal types of agreements.

Ünite 4

Soru 1

Which of the following is not a characteristic that defines the concept of subjects of international law?

Seçenekler

A
The capacity to find a solution for discrepancies among individuals in a certain community
B
An incumbent of rights and duties under international law
C
The holder of procedural privilege of prosecuting a claim before an international tribunal
D
The possessor of interests for which provision is made by international law
E
The capacity to conclude treaties with states and international organizations
Açıklama:
The term “subjects of international law” means: (a) an incumbent of rights and duties under international law; (b) the holder of procedural privilege of prosecuting a claim before an international tribunal; (c) the possessor of interests for which provision is made by international law; and (d) the capacity to conclude treaties with states and international organizations (Starke 1989: 58).

Soru 2

Which of the following is not among the certain characteristics for an entity to be considered a state?

Seçenekler

A
Territory
B
Population
C
Policy
D
Government
E
Sovereignty
Açıklama:
An entity, to be considered a state, must have certain characteristics, such as territory, population, government, and sovereignty

Soru 3

Sometimes the extent of factual dependency of one state upon another is so great that it is no more than a - - - . In that case, it would not be meeting the requirement of independence, which is necessary for Statehood.
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
non-democracy
B
colony
C
puppet state
D
third-world state
E
least developed state
Açıklama:
Sometimes the extent of factual dependency of one state upon another is so great that it is no more than a “puppet state.” In that case, it would not be meeting the requirement of independence, which is necessary for Statehood

Soru 4

Which of the following is not among the mini states or microstates that have claimed statehood in Europe?

Seçenekler

A
Manchuria
B
Andorra
C
Monaco
D
San Marino
E
Liechtenstein
Açıklama:
In recent years, many new mini states or microstates have claimed Statehood. Entities like Andorra (under the joint protection of France and Spain), Monaco (France looks after its defense and a guarantor of its sovereignty), San Marino and Liechtenstein have survived on the European scene

Soru 5

Which of the following statements is false about independence and Statehood?

Seçenekler

A
Independence is crucial for statehood.
B
An entity must have a certain size of territory to declare statehood.
C
Independence should be achieved in accordance with the principle of self-determination.
D
States that are subject to the authority of one or more states are known as “dependent states”.
E
Independence is considered to be a normal characteristic of a state as a subject of international law.
Açıklama:
Independence is crucial for Statehood, but not the size of that entity’s territory. In recent years, many new mini states or microstates have claimed Statehood.

Soru 6

Crimea declared independence from Ukraine after a referendum on March 16, 2014. The subsequent claim and annexation by the Russian Federation on March 18, 2014 was also widely criticized. The .... in its resolution of April 1, 2014, rejected the referendum vote and annexation.
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation
B
International Court of Justice
C
UN Security Council
D
UN General Assembly
E
UN Trusteeship Council
Açıklama:
As for Crimea, its declaration of independence from Ukraine after a referendum on March 16, 2014 and the subsequent claim and annexation by the Russian Federation on March 18, 2014 was widely criticized. The UN General Assembly, in its resolution of April 1, 2014, rejected the referendum vote and annexation

Soru 7

Which of the following territories in class C mandates is correctly matched with its Mandatory?

Seçenekler

A
South-west Africa - South Africa
B
Pacific Islands north of the Equator - China
C
Western Samoa - Australia
D
New Guinea - New Zealand
E
Nauru - France
Açıklama:
Class C mandates were the least-developed. Because of their sparse population or small size, or remoteness from the centers of civilization, or their geographical continuity to the territory of the Mandatory, they were administered under the laws of the Mandatory as integral portions of its territory. The territories concerned were: Nauru (Mandatory powers were Great Britain, Australia, and New Zealand), New Guinea (Mandatory-Australia), Western Samoa (Mandatory-New Zealand), Pacific Islands north of the Equator (Mandatory- Japan), South-West Africa (Mandatory-South Africa).

Soru 8

Which of the following statements about protectorate is false?

Seçenekler

A
It is always the creation of a certain treaty.
B
It involves a certain measure of control.
C
It involves a total or partial loss of sovereignty.
D
Whether the protectorate has an international personality depends upon its independent actions.
E
The European nations, during the era of colonization, rejected to adopt any modes of protection.
Açıklama:
-A protectorate is always the creation of a treaty. It involves a certain measure of control, and a total or partial loss of sovereignty. In many cases, it has
involved the loss of control of foreign relations and the disappearance of the protected state from the community of nations.
”.The European nations, during the era of colonization, had adopted different modes of protection that would serve their purposes.

Soru 9

As the first example of an international organization, when was the Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine created?

Seçenekler

A
1919
B
1899
C
1815
D
1908
E
1789
Açıklama:
The first example of an international organization is the Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine (CCNR), which was created in 1815 by the Congress of Vienna

Soru 10

Which of the following is the most important characteristic of the international personality of an entity?

Seçenekler

A
Size of population
B
Treaty-making power
C
Size of territory
D
Size of membership
E
Strength of democracy
Açıklama:
The most important characteristic of the international personality of an entity is its treatymaking power. The treaty-making power of international governmental organizations is well entrenched in the United Nations practice.

Soru 11

Which of the following was not a Class C mandate, devised by the League of Nations following World War I?

Seçenekler

A
Nauru
B
New Guinea
C
South-West Africa
D
Palestine
E
Western Samoa
Açıklama:
-Class A comprised territories that were formerly part of the Ottoman Empire and were sufficiently advanced for their independence to be “provisionally recognized.” It was subject to the administrative advice and assistance of the Mandatory, “until such time as they were able to stand alone.” Except Iraq (Mandatory-Great Britain), which achieved early independence, all the territories under this category-Palestine and Transjordan (Mandatory-Great Britain), Syria and Lebanon (Mandatory-France) became independent only after the Second World War.
-Class C mandates were the least-developed. Because of their sparse population or small size, or remoteness from the centers of civilization, or their geographical continuity to the territory of the Mandatory, they were administered under the laws of the Mandatory as integral portions of its territory. The territories concerned were: Nauru (Mandatory powers were Great Britain, Australia, and New Zealand), New Guinea (Mandatory-Australia), Western Samoa (Mandatory-New Zealand), Pacific Islands north of the Equator (Mandatory- Japan), South-West Africa (Mandatory-South Africa).

Soru 12

Which of the following international-law concepts refers to any illegal act of violence, detention, or robbery committed on a private ship for personal gain or revenge, against another ship, people, or property on the high seas?

Seçenekler

A
Piracy
B
Terrorism
C
Extradition
D
Hijacking
E
Blocade
Açıklama:
Piracy (piracy jure gentium): Any illegal act of violence, detention, or robbery committed on a private ship for personal gain or revenge, against another ship, people, or property on the high seas. Piracy may also be committed on or against an aircraft

Soru 13

Which of the following refers to withholding of recognition from new territorial titles or territorial changes brought out by use of force or through any other act of doubtful character?

Seçenekler

A
The Stimson Doctrine
B
The Estrada doctrine
C
Declaratory theory
D
Collective recognition
E
Constitutive theory
Açıklama:
The doctrine of non-recognition, commonly called the Stimson Doctrine of non-recognition, implies the withholding of recognition from new territorial titles or territorial changes brought out by use of force or through any other act of doubtful character.

Soru 14

Which of the following statements is false about international organizations?

Seçenekler

A
The first example of an international organization is the Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine.
B
The international personality of organizations can be ascertained by looking at their constitutions.
C
After the Second World War, there has been a decline in the number of international organizations.
D
International organizations may be either universal or regional.
E
International organizations are established by treaties.
Açıklama:
The first example of an international organization is the Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine (CCNR), which was created in 1815 by the Congress of Vienna. After the Second World War, there has been a tremendous growth in the number of international organizations. Such organizations may be either universal (such as the UN and the ILO) or regional (such as the European Union and the African Union). International organizations are established by treaties and their international personality can be ascertained by looking at their constitutions.

Soru 15

Which of the following is not one of means of the term “subjects of international law”?

Seçenekler

A
An incumbent of rights and duties under international law
B
The holder of procedural privilege of prosecuting a claim before an
international tribunal;
C
The possessor of interests for which provision is made by international law;
D
The capacity to conclude treaties with states and international organizations
E
Certain entities such as companies, public corporations, institutions, and idols
Açıklama:
The term “subjects of international law” means:
(a) an incumbent of rights and duties under international law;
(b) the holder of procedural privilege of prosecuting a claim before an
international tribunal;
(c) the possessor of interests for which provision is made by international law;
(d) the capacity to conclude treaties with states and international organizations (Starke 1989: 58).
Certain entities is not one of those.

Soru 16

Which of the following is not one of the certain characteristics of an entity to be considered a state?

Seçenekler

A
Territory
B
Population
C
Government
D
Democratic method of management
E
Sovereignty
Açıklama:
An entity, to be considered a state, must have certain characteristics, such as territory, population, government, and sovereignty. Democratic method of management is not one of them.

Soru 17

When was the Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine (CCNR) was created?

Seçenekler

A
1815
B
1852
C
1872
D
1912
E
1915
Açıklama:
The first example of an international organization is the Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine (CCNR), which was created in 1815 by the Congress of Vienna.

Soru 18


  1. UN

  2. ILO

  3. European Union

  4. African Union


Which of the above is considered as regional organizations?

Seçenekler

A
Only III
B
I and II
C
III and IV
D
I, II and IV
E
I, III and IV
Açıklama:
Such organizations may be either universal (such as the UN and the ILO) or regional (such as the European Union and the African Union).

Soru 19

Which one is not considered as non-self-governing territories?

Seçenekler

A
Independent territories
B
Colonies
C
Protectorates
D
Trusteeship
E
Mandate territories
Açıklama:
Non-self-governing territories - colonies, protectorates, trusteeship and mandate territories. Capacity to conduct international relations is significant in deciding the international personality of an entity. "Independent territories" is not one of them.

Soru 20

When was the Special Committee on Decolonization (the Committee of 24) to assist in the implementation of Resolution 1514 established?

Seçenekler

A
1961
B
1965
C
1972
D
1975
E
1982
Açıklama:
In 1961, the General Assembly established the Special Committee on Decolonization (the Committee of 24) to assist in the implementation of Resolution 1514.

Soru 21

How the "de jure recognition" is declared by article 6 of the 1933 Montevideo Convention?

Seçenekler

A
Conditional and revocable
B
Unconditional and irrevocable
C
Independent and innovative
D
Unamendable and compatible
E
Compatible and unamendable
Açıklama:
Article 6 of the 1933 Montevideo Convention declares that de jure recognition is “unconditional and irrevocable.”

Soru 22

In which century the principle of "uti possidetis" was developed?

Seçenekler

A
15th
B
16th
C
17th
D
18th
E
19th
Açıklama:
The principle of uti possidetis was developed in the 19th century when the Spanish America was decolonized.

Soru 23


  1. The Biafrans

  2. The Somalis

  3. The Tamilians

  4. The Crimeans


Which of the above nations have been denied the right of Self-Determination so far?

Seçenekler

A
Only IV
B
I and II
C
II and IV
D
I, II, III
E
I, III, IV
Açıklama:
The principle, as enshrined in Resolution 1514, had not been extended beyond the then existing colonies under the minority White régimes. The post-colonial States are reluctant to allow their minorities to exercise the right of self-determination, as it is disruptive to national integrity and international security. Thus, the Biafrans (in Nigeria), the Somalis (in Kenya), and the Tamilians (in Sri Lanka) have been denied this right so far.

Soru 24

Which of the following is the first example of an international organization?

Seçenekler

A
CCNR
B
ECSC
C
ILO
D
NAFTA
E
EURATOM
Açıklama:
The first example of an international organization is the Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine (CCNR), which was created in 1815 by the Congress of Vienna.

Soru 25

Which one of the following terms refers to any illegal act of violence, detention, or robbery committed on a private ship for personal gain or revenge, against another ship, people, or property on the high seas?

Seçenekler

A
Piracy
B
Trusteeship
C
mandate system
D
protectorate
E
uti possidetis
Açıklama:
Piracy (piracy jure gentium): Any illegal act of violence, detention, or robbery committed on a private ship for personal gain or revenge, against another ship, people, or property on the high seas. Piracy may also be committed on or against an aircraft (Martin, 2003: 367).

Soru 26

I. International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia
II. The Special Court for Sierra Leone
III. International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
Which one(s) of these is/are among the international criminal tribunals established during the 1990s?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
Only III
D
I-II
E
I-III
Açıklama:
In 1990’s, two international criminal tribunals were established to deal with crimes that resulted mainly from internal armed conflicts to prosecute and punish those involved in serious violation of international humanitarian law, regardless of their official position. In May 1993, the Security Council constituted the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, followed by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda in November 1994. The Special Court for Sierra Leone was established in January 2002

Soru 27

Which one of the following considers that a new state or a new government exists independent of recognition?

Seçenekler

A
collective recognition
B
constitutive theory
C
declaratory theory
D
implied recognition
E
express recognition
Açıklama:
In contrast to the constitutive theory, the declaratory theory (also called evidentiary theory) considers that a new state or a new government exists independent of recognition.

Soru 28

Which one of the following implies the withholding of recognition from new territorial titles or territorial changes brought out by use of force or through any other act of doubtful character?

Seçenekler

A
The doctrine of non-recognition
B
The Estrada doctrine
C
Tobar doctrine
D
The declaratory theory
E
The constitutive theory
Açıklama:
The doctrine of non-recognition, commonly called the Stimson Doctrine of non-recognition, implies the withholding of recognition from new territorial titles or territorial changes brought out by use of force or through any other act of doubtful character. The idea behind the doctrine is not to reward a state for its unlawful acts

Soru 29

Which one of the following terms is referred when the new state or government, in the opinion of the recognizing state, fulfils all the attributes essential for its effective participation in the international community, and it may grant the recognition to the latter formally?

Seçenekler

A
express recognition
B
de jure recognition
C
de facto recognition
D
locus standi
E
Coup d’etat
Açıklama:
In case of de jure recognition, in the opinion of the recognizing state, the new state or government fulfils all the attributes essential for its effective participation in the international community, and it may grant the recognition to the latter formally.

Soru 30

For Statehood, which of the followings is naturally and basically required?

Seçenekler

A
Fixed boundaries.
B
Population.
C
Protégé.
D
Judiciary.
E
Religion.
Açıklama:
Page 92.
For Statehood, “the existence of a permanent population is naturally required and there is no specification of a minimum number of inhabitants, as examples such as Nauru and Tuvalu demonstrate”. However, the lack of a permanent population (i.e., the shifting element in population such as the nomad tribes on the KenyanEthiopian border), or non-existence of fixed boundaries are not enough to affect the existence of a state. The State practices as well as the judicial and arbitral decisions have clearly establish that it is not necessary for an entity to have exactly defined or undisputed boundaries to be a state either at the time when it comes into existence or subsequently. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 31

Which of the followings is directly parallel to the principle of self-determination?

Seçenekler

A
Uti possidetis.
B
Bantustans.
C
Protégé.
D
Protectorate.
E
Apartheid.
Açıklama:
Page 94.
In 1972, the General Assembly Resolution 2908 (XXVII) extended the ambit of the principle of selfdetermination to “freedom movements,” targeted against foreign subjugation. The Resolution 1514, however, proposes the application of the right of self-determination within the existing colonial boundaries. The Frontier Disputes case (1986) between Burkino Faso and Mali confirms that the principle of self-determination now forms part of the customary international law. In Africa particularly, it is subject to the principle of uti possidetis in accordance with Paragraph 6 of the Resolution, which states “any attempt aimed at the partial or total disruption of the national unity and the territorial integrity of a country is incompatible with the Purposes and Principles of the Charter of the United Nations.” Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 32

Which of the followings is among the states that accept the protection of other states without destroying their sovereignty?

Seçenekler

A
Puerto Rico.
B
Thailand.
C
Washington D.C.
D
Monaco.
E
New Zealand.
Açıklama:
Page 96.
In certain cases, some small states accept the protection of other states without destroying their sovereignty. Such arrangements exist for Liechtenstein (as stated above), Monaco (under the protection of France by the 1918 treaty between Monaco and France), and San Marino (under the protection of Italy). The States in this category, though under the protection of other states, are not protectorates in the sense the term is associated with the underdeveloped and exploited territories. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 33

"The mandate system was created after the First World War under Article 22 of the Covenant of the League of Nations."
The lands of which following states is the aim of the mandate system to deal with and shape?

Seçenekler

A
Turkish Republic.
B
Persian Kingdom.
C
Italian colonies.
D
Prussia.
E
Ottoman Empire.
Açıklama:
Page 96.
Like the protectorate, which is now a dying species, the mandate system of the League of Nations no longer applies to any territory. The mandate system was created after the First World War under Article 22 of the Covenant of the League of Nations to deal with the future administration of the overseas possessions of the “Axis” states of Germany and the Ottoman Empire. Three categories of mandates (A, B and C) were devised for those territories “according to the stage of their development”. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 34

I. Palestine
II. Lebanon
III. Iraq
IV. Syria
Following the mandate system of the League of Nations, which of the ones stated above became independent after World Wor II?

Seçenekler

A
I & III.
B
II & IV.
C
I, II & IV.
D
II, III & IV.
E
Only III.
Açıklama:
Page 96.
Three categories of mandates (A, B and C) were devised for those territories “according to the stage of their development” (Art. 22 of the Covenant of the League). Class A comprised territories that were formerly part of the Ottoman Empire and were sufficiently advanced for their independence to be “provisionally recognized.” It was subject to the administrative advice and assistance of the Mandatory, “until such time as they were able to stand alone.” Except Iraq (Mandatory-Great Britain), which achieved early independence, all the territories under this category-Palestine and Transjordan (Mandatory-Great Britain), Syria and Lebanon (Mandatory-France) became independent only after the Second World War. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 35

Which of the followings is the most important characteristic of the international personality of an entity?

Seçenekler

A
Power to provide consultation.
B
Power to make treaties.
C
Military power.
D
Diplomatic power.
E
Territorial power.
Açıklama:
Page 98.
The most important characteristic of the international personality of an entity is its treatymaking power. The treaty-making power of international governmental organizations is well entrenched in the United Nations practice. The 1986 Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties between States and International Organizations or between International Organizations confirms that governmental organizations have the capacity to enter into treaties. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 36

Which of the followings refers to "a necessary condition without which something is not possible"?

Seçenekler

A
Piracy jure gentium.
B
Recognition.
C
Mandate.
D
Uti possidetis.
E
Sine qua non.
Açıklama:
Page 102.
Sine qua non: a necessary condition without which something is not possible. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 37

According to the constitutive theory, which of the followings is the only way that an entity becomes a state?

Seçenekler

A
Defined territory.
B
Recognition.
C
Stable government.
D
Population.
E
Military.
Açıklama:
Page 104.
According to the constitutive theory, an entity becomes a state only by virtue of recognition. It is through the act of recognition alone that a new state emerges as an international person or a new government derives the requisite authority or status in the international arena. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 38

Which of the followings refers to sudden defeat of a government through illegal force by a small group?

Seçenekler

A
Effective control.
B
Ipso facto.
C
Coup d’etat.
D
Vis-a-vis.
E
Sine qua non.
Açıklama:
Page 106.
Coup d’etat: sudden defeat of a government through illegal force by a small group, often a military one. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 39

Which of the followings is correct concerning de jure recognition?

Seçenekler

A
Once granted to a state or a government, de jure recognition cannot be withdrawn unless the state has ceased to exist or the government has been replaced by another authority.
B
In British practice, de jure recognition is not conclusively binding before the municipal court.
C
Generally de jure recognition is followed by de facto recognition.
D
In choosing between de facto and de jure recognition, the recognizing state grants de jure recognition first.
E
De jure recognition enables the recognizing State to protect its interests, including of its citizens, in the recognized entity.
Açıklama:
Page 109.
Once de jure recognition is granted to a state or a government, it cannot be withdrawn unless the state has ceased to exist or the government has been replaced by another authority. However, de facto recognition may be withdrawn if there is any doubt about the new régime’s ability or the new régime ceases to exist. However, de facto recognition is not always tentative or revocable. It can be substituted by de jure recognition when the recognizing government is satisfied about the stability and permanence of the new régime. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 40

According to the Montevideo Convention, which of the following is not a qualification that the state as a person of international law should possess?

Seçenekler

A
Permanent population
B
Defined territory
C
A government
D
Capacity to enter into relations with other states
E
An army
Açıklama:
The Montevideo Convention provides that the state as a person of international law should possess the following qualifications: (a) permanent population; (b) defined territory: (c) a government; and (d) capacity to enter into relations with other State.

Soru 41

Which of the following is an example of mini (or micro) states?

Seçenekler

A
Andorra
B
Germany
C
France
D
United Kingdom
E
United States
Açıklama:
Andorra is an example of mini- (or micro-) states.

Soru 42

I-Colonies
II- Protectorates
III-Trusteeship
IV- Mandate territories
Which of the above is among the types of non-self-governing territories?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
I and II
C
II and III
D
III and IV
E
I, II, III and IV
Açıklama:
Colonies, protectorates, trusteeship, and mandate territories are types of non-self-governing territories.

Soru 43

Which of the following cases confirms that the principle of self-determination now forms part of the customary international law?

Seçenekler

A
The Rights of US Nationals in Morocco case
B
Namibia case
C
Reperation case
D
Frontier Dispute case
E
Pueblo Case
Açıklama:
The Frontier Dispute case confirms that the principle of self-determination now forms part of the customary international law.

Soru 44

Which of the following is the first example of an international organization?

Seçenekler

A
The Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine
B
International Danube River Commission
C
League of Nations
D
United Nations
E
Universal Postal Union
Açıklama:
The Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine is the first example of an international organization established in 1815 by the Congress of Vienna.

Soru 45

The most important characteristic of the international personality of an entity is its ....
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Fund-raising power
B
Treaty-making power
C
Agenda-setting power
D
Awareness-raising power
E
Information-exchanging power
Açıklama:
The most important characteristic of the international personality of an entity is its treaty-making power.

Soru 46

Who primarily champions the view that considers individuals alone as subjects of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Hans Morgenthau
B
Kenneth Waltz
C
Hans Kelsen
D
Joseph Nye
E
Henry Kissenger
Açıklama:
Hans Kelsen primarily champions the view that considers individuals alone as subjects of international law

Soru 47

Which of the following was established in 2002 to try individuals for crimes enlisted in the Rome Statute?

Seçenekler

A
The Nuremberg Tribunal
B
The International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
C
The International Criminal Court
D
The International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
E
The Special Court for Sierra Leone
Açıklama:
The International Criminal Court was established in 2002 to try individuals for crimes enlisted in the Rome Statute.

Soru 48

It is through ... that a state expresses its approval of the new state or the new government.
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Ratification
B
Negotiation
C
Mediation
D
Recognition
E
Identification
Açıklama:
It is through recognition that a state expresses its approval of the new state or the new government.

Soru 49

Which of the following statements is true about de facto recognition?

Seçenekler

A
De facto recognition is final.
B
De facto recognition is formal.
C
The diplomatic relations can be established with de facto entities only.
D
De facto recognition is irrevocable.
E
De facto recognition is provisional.
Açıklama:
De facto recognition is conditional, temporary and provisional.

Soru 50

The state as a person of international law should possess some qualifications. Which of the followings is NOT among these qualifications?

Seçenekler

A
Permanent population
B
Public corporations
C
Defined territory
D
A government
E
Capacity to enter into relations with other States
Açıklama:
An entity, to be considered a state, must have certain characteristics, such as territory, population, government, and sovereignty.
Article 1 of the 1933 Convention on Rights and Duties of States (the Montevideo Convention) provides that “the state as a person of international law should possess the following qualifications: (a) permanent population; (b) defined territory: (c) a government; and (d) capacity to enter into relations with other States.”

Soru 51

In order to have a claim over Statehood, what is the most important factor in granting recognition to a new entity?

Seçenekler

A
Subject of law
B
Borders
C
Population
D
Protector
E
Independence
Açıklama:
In order to have a claim over Statehood, an entity should have the capacity to enter into relations with other states and must be accepted so by others. This requirement is also the most important factor in granting recognition to a new entity. A state cannot fulfil this requirement unless it has independence.

Soru 52

Which of the following terms means “as you possess, as you hold”?

Seçenekler

A
Coup d’etat
B
Sine qua non
C
Uti possidetis
D
Piracy jure gentium
E
De jure
Açıklama:
Uti possidetis means “as you possess, as you hold.” The principle vests in either of the belligerents at the end of a war all territory occupied or controlled by them.

Soru 53

Which of the followings is NOT true about a protectorate?

Seçenekler

A
Can be termed as treaties
B
Involves a certain measure of control
C
Has a total or partial loss of sovereignty
D
Is always the creation of a treaty
E
Involves the disappearance of the protected state from the community of nations
Açıklama:
A protectorate is always the creation of a treaty. It involves a certain measure of control, and a total or partial loss of sovereignty. In many cases, it has involved the loss of control of foreign relations and the disappearance of the protected state from the community of nations. In spite of common features possessed by protectorates under international law, they had individual legal characteristics resulting from the special conditions under which they were created and from the level of their development.
However, these arrangements cannot be termed as treaties, since the local rulers did not enjoy an international personality necessary to conclude a treaty.

Soru 54

After which event was the mandate system created?

Seçenekler

A
Industrial Revolution
B
The Fall of the Roman Emire
C
French Revolution
D
First World War
E
Second World War
Açıklama:
The mandate system was created after the First World War under Article 22 of the Covenant of the League of Nations to deal with the future administration of the overseas possessions of the “Axis” states of Germany and the Ottoman Empire. Three categories of mandates (A, B and C) were devised for those territories “according to the stage of their development” (Art. 22 of the Covenant of the League).

Soru 55

The question of whether an institution possesses an international personality can be answered by examining the type of several elements exercised by it.
Which of the followings is NOT one of these elements?

Seçenekler

A
Functions
B
Powers
C
Agreements
D
Privileges
E
Immunities
Açıklama:
International organizations are established by treaties and their international personality can be ascertained by looking at their constitutions. It is, however, rarely that the constitution of an international organization would provide and clothe it with international personality. Consequently, the question of whether an institution possesses an international personality can be answered by examining the type of functions, powers, privileges and immunities exercised by it.

Soru 56

Which of the followings is the first example of an international organization?

Seçenekler

A
United Nations (UN)
B
European Union (EU)
C
African Union (AU)
D
Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine (CCNR)
E
European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC)
Açıklama:
The first example of an international organization is the Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine (CCNR), which was created in 1815 by the Congress of Vienna.

Soru 57

Which of the followings is the most important characteristic of the international personality of an entity?

Seçenekler

A
Possessing international rights
B
Treaty-making power
C
Legal capacity in the territory of each of its members
D
Carrying many functions
E
Unlimited power
Açıklama:
The most important characteristic of the international personality of an entity is its treaty-making power.
The treaty-making power of international governmental organizations is well entrenched in the United Nations practice. The 1986 Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties between States and International Organizations or between International Organizations confirms that governmental organizations have the capacity to enter into treaties. However, their international personality is confined to their constituent instruments, resolutions, and decisions, which determine the limits of their personality. Thus, the legal personality of international organizations is now an accepted fact. However, unlike states, they do not enjoy unlimited power. Their personality, in fact, can be brought to an end by amending or terminating the constituent instruments.

Soru 58

Before a new entity is recognized as a state, it should fulfil the essential attributes of Statehood as mentioned in Article 1 of the Montevideo Convention. Which of the following is NOT among these attributes?

Seçenekler

A
Independent economy
B
Permanent population
C
Defined territory
D
Stable government
E
Capacity to conduct its international relations independently
Açıklama:
Different criteria are applied in the recognition of a state and of a government. Before a new entity is recognized as a state, it should fulfil the essential attributes of Statehood as mentioned in Article 1 of the Montevideo Convention, that is, a permanent population, defined territory, a stable government, and the capacity to conduct its international relations independently.

Soru 59

Which of the followings argues that a new state or a new government exists independent of recognition?

Seçenekler

A
Sine qua non
B
Multilateral treaty
C
Implied recognition
D
Constitutive theory
E
Declaratory theory
Açıklama:
In contrast to the constitutive theory, the declaratory theory (also called evidentiary theory) considers that a new state or a new government exists independent of recognition. The recognition is merely an evidence of the fact that the government. The state practice widely confirms the evidentiary theory because of the political nature of the act of recognition. If the majority of nations have granted recognition, refusal by a single state or few states would not affect the situation.

Soru 60

According to the Montevideo Convention, which of the following is not one of the criteria of statehood?

Seçenekler

A
Permanent population
B
Defined territory
C
A government
D
Capacity to enter into relations with other States
E
An army
Açıklama:
Article 1 of the 1933 Convention on Rights and Duties of States (the Montevideo Convention) provides that “the state as a person of international law should possess the following qualifications: (a) permanent population; (b) defined territory: (c) a government; and (d) capacity to enter into relations with other States.”

Soru 61

Which of the following concepts refers to entities endowed with legal personality, capable of exercising certain rights and duties on their own account under the international legal system?

Seçenekler

A
Subjects of international law
B
Self-defence
C
Self-determination
D
International conventions
E
International treaties
Açıklama:
The term subjects of international law refers to entities endowed with legal personality, capable of exercising certain rights and duties on their own account under the international legal system.

Soru 62

Which of the following is not an example of mini states?

Seçenekler

A
Andorra
B
France
C
Monaco
D
San Marino
E
Liechtenstein
Açıklama:
Mini states or micro states are entities like Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and Liechtenstein.

Soru 63

Which of the following is not a type of non-self-governing territories?

Seçenekler

A
Colonies
B
Protectorates
C
Trusteeship territories
D
Mandate territories
E
States
Açıklama:
Non-self-governing territories are colonies, protectorates, trusteeship and mandate territories.

Soru 64

Which of the following cases confirms that the principle of self-determination now forms part of the customary international law?

Seçenekler

A
Frontier Disputes case
B
S.S. Lotus Case
C
Nicaragua Case
D
Asylum Case
E
Anglo-Norwegian Fisheries case
Açıklama:
The Frontier Disputes case confirms that the principle of self-determination now forms part of the customary international law

Soru 65

Which of the following endows the United Nations and its officials with legal capacity in the territory of each of its members?

Seçenekler

A
1986 Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties between States and International Organizations or between International Organizations
B
The 1982 Convention on the Law of the Sea
C
The 1922 Polish-German Convention relating to Upper Silesia
D
The 1946 Convention on Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations
E
1949 Geneva Convention Relative to the Treatment of Prisoners of War
Açıklama:
The 1946 Convention on Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations

Soru 66

Which of the following was one of the international criminal tribunals that were established to deal with crimes that resulted mainly from internal armed conflicts in 1993?

Seçenekler

A
The International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia
B
The International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
C
The Special Court for Sierra Leone
D
The International Criminal Court
E
The Nuremberg Tribunal
Açıklama:
The International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia was one of the international criminal tribunals that were established to deal with crimes that resulted mainly from internal armed conflicts in 1993.

Soru 67

When was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted?

Seçenekler

A
1938
B
1948
C
1958
D
1968
E
1978
Açıklama:
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted in 1948.

Soru 68

The ... theory considers that a new state or a new government exists independent of recognition.
Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Constitutive
B
Conditional
C
Declaratory
D
Cognitive
E
Collective
Açıklama:
The Declaratory theory considers that a new state or a new government exists independent of recognition.

Soru 69

Which of the following laid down that it is the duty of a state to continue diplomatic relations with states without regard to revolutionary changes?

Seçenekler

A
Tobar doctrine
B
Truman doctrine
C
Eisenhower doctrine
D
Estrada doctrine
E
Stimson doctrine
Açıklama:
The Estrada doctrine laid down that it is the duty of a state to continue diplomatic relations with states without regard to revolutionary changes

Soru 70

What is the typical legal subject of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Individuals
B
Public corporations
C
Companies
D
The state
E
Idols
Açıklama:
The typical legal subject of international law is the state. Ordinarily, international law deals with the rights and duties of states and its rules bind the states. Other entities may also be considered as the subjects of international law to the extent they can enter into legal relations and exercise certain rights on the international plane.

Soru 71

According to the Montevideo Convention, an entity has to have certain characteristics. Which one of the below is NOT one of them?

Seçenekler

A
A government
B
Treasury
C
Permanent population
D
Defined territory
E
Capacity to enter into relations with other States
Açıklama:
An entity, to be considered a state, must have certain characteristics, such as territory, population, government, and sovereignty. Article 1 of the 1933 Convention on Rights and Duties of States (the Montevideo Convention) provides that “the state as a person of international law should possess the following qualifications:
(a) permanent population
(b) defined territory
(c) a government
(d) capacity to enter into relations with other States.”

Soru 72

What is a protector state?

Seçenekler

A
An independent state
B
The superior state in a dependent state relationship
C
The inferior state in a dependent state relationship
D
A newly founded state
E
A state under the protection of United Nations
Açıklama:
States that are subject to the authority of one or more states are known as “dependent states.” The notion of dependence necessarily implies a relation between a superior state (e.g., protector etc.) and an inferior or subject state (e.g., protégé etc.); the relation between the state which can legally impose its will and the state which is legally compelled to submit to that will.

Soru 73

Which of the following is NOT one of the qualifications that a state
as a person of international law should possess?

Seçenekler

A
Permanent population
B
Defined territory
C
A government
D
Self-determination
E
Capacity to enter into relations with other states
Açıklama:
Article 1 of the 1933 Convention on Rights and Duties of States (the Montevideo Convention) provides that “the state as a person of international law should possess the following qualifications:(a) permanent population; (b) defined territory: (c) a government; and (d) capacity to enter into relations with other States.” The correct answer is D.

Soru 74

Which one is TRUE about population and territory for statehood?

Seçenekler

A
There is a specification of a minimum number of inhabitants for statehood.
B
The lack of a permanent population is enough to affect the existence
of a state.
C
Non-existence of fixed boundaries is enough to affect the existence of a state.
D
It is necessary for an entity to have exactly defined or undisputed boundaries to be a state at the time when it comes into existence.
E
For the existence of a state, it is enough that this territory has a sufficient consistency, even though its boundaries may not have been precisely defined or delimited.
Açıklama:
For the existence of a state, it is enough that this territory has a sufficient consistency, even though its boundaries may not have been precisely defined or delimited.

Soru 75

Which one is true about apartheid?

Seçenekler

A
South Africa abolished these entities eventually.
B
Entities had limited legal control over their internal affairs.
C
Entities had limited legal control over their external affairs.
D
South Africa had no control over economic matters of these entities.
E
They were granted recognition by every state.
Açıklama:
The status of entities in the form of Bantustans or homelands, created by South Africa, for black Africans from 1976 following its policy of apartheid, was similarly doubtful under international law. They were not granted recognition by any state except South Africa. Although these homelands had full legal control over their internal and external affairs, South Africa exercised major control on economic matters. On 17 November 1993, South Africa decided to abolish these independent homelands and reincorporated them into South Africa.

Soru 76

Which of the following is NOT one of the non-self-governing territories?

Seçenekler

A
Colonies
B
Protectorates
C
Independent states
D
Trusteeship
E
Mandate territories
Açıklama:
There are difficulties in applying the essentials of Statehood to non-self-governing territories - colonies, protectorates, trusteeship and mandate territories. The correct answer is C.

Soru 77

Which one is NOT a type of non-self governing territory?

Seçenekler

A
Colony
B
Protectorate
C
Microstate
D
Trusteeship
E
Mandate territory
Açıklama:
There are difficulties in applying the essentials
of Statehood to non-self-governing territories -
colonies, protectorates, trusteeship and mandate
territories. Capacity to conduct international
relations is significant in deciding the international
personality of an entity. This refers to independence
from the authority of any other state.

Soru 78

It is known that there were three categories of mandates (Class A, B and C). Which of the given is TRUE about class C?

Seçenekler

A
Class C comprised territories that were formerly part of the Ottoman Empire
B
Class C mandates were the least-developed.
C
Class C was subject to the administrative advice and assistance of the mandatory.
D
Class C consisted mainly of territories of Central Africa that were still in the process of economic and political development.
E
The Mandatory was responsible for their administration, subject to a variety of guarantees and was under the obligation to allow trading opportunities to other League members.
Açıklama:
Class C mandates were the least-developed. Because of their sparse population or small size, or remoteness from the centers of civilization, or their geographical continuity to the territory of the Mandatory, they were administered under the laws of the Mandatory as integral portions of its territory. The correct answer is B.

Soru 79

Which one of the following is true for the "mandate system"?

Seçenekler

A
It is still commonly seen today.
B
The Mandatories were given only the administrative powers and responsibilities.
C
Class A included territories still in the process of economic and political development and were obliged to allow trading opportunities to other League Members.
D
Class B consisted of countries with sparse population, small size, remoteness to civilization, or geographical continuity to the territory of the Mandatory.
E
Class C comprised territories sufficiently advanced for their independence to be provisionally recognized, but subject to the administrative advice and assistance of the Mandatory.
Açıklama:
The mandate system is now a dying species. In none of these cases was sovereignty transferred
to the Mandatory. The Mandatories under all categories were given only the administrative powers and responsibilities that varied according to the mandate category.
Class A comprised territories that were
formerly part of the Ottoman Empire and were
sufficiently advanced for their independence to
be “provisionally recognized.” It was subject to
the administrative advice and assistance of the
Mandatory, “until such time as they were able to
stand alone.”
Class B consisted mainly of territories of Central
Africa that were still in the process of economic
and political development. The Mandatory was
responsible for their administration, subject to a
variety of guarantees and was under the obligation
to allow trading opportunities to other League
members.
Class C mandates were the least-developed.
Because of their sparse population or small size,
or remoteness from the centers of civilization, or
their geographical continuity to the territory of the
Mandatory, they were administered under the laws
of the Mandatory as integral portions of its territory.

Soru 80

I. After the Second World War, there has been a tremendous growth in the number of international organizations.
II. International organizations are established by treaties and their international personality can be ascertained by looking at their constitutions.
III. International Labor Organization (ILO), the European Union and
the African Union are examples of international organizations.
IV. International organizations have to be universal they can not be regional.
Which of the given is TRUE about international organizations?

Seçenekler

A
II & IV
B
I, II & III
C
I, II & IV
D
I, III & IV
E
II, III & IV
Açıklama:
After the Second World War, there has been a tremendous growth in the number
of international organizations. Such organizations may be either universal (such as the UN and the ILO) or regional (such as the European Union and the African Union). They are established by treaties and their international personality can be ascertained by looking at their constitutions. The correct answer is B.

Soru 81

Which one is true about international governmental organizations?

Seçenekler

A
They lack treaty-making power.
B
Their international personality is unlimited.
C
They do not possess legal personality.
D
United Nations does not recognize them as legal entities.
E
Their personality can be brought to an end by terminating constituent instruments.
Açıklama:
The treaty-making power of international governmental organizations is well entrenched in the United Nations practice and confirms that governmental organizations have the capacity to enter into treaties. However, their international personality is confined to their constituent instruments, resolutions, and decisions, which determine the limits of their personality. Thus, the legal personality of international organizations is now an accepted fact. However, unlike states, they do not enjoy unlimited power. Their personality, in fact, can be brought to an end by amending or terminating the constituent instruments.

Soru 82

I. It may be in the the form of public statement or notification or diplomatic
note or a personal message sent to the new entity.
II. Recognition may be granted by the conclusion of a bilateral treaty or agreement.
III. Recognition may be inferred from the conduct of the parties involved.
Which of the given is TRUE about express recognition?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only III
C
I & II
D
I & III
E
II & III
Açıklama:
Express recognition may be granted by the conclusion of a bilateral treaty or agreement. A state may convey its decision of recognition to the new entity or government through a formal announcement, which may take the form of public statement or notification or diplomatic note or a personal message sent to the new entity. IMPLIED recognition may be inferred from the conduct of the parties involved. The correct answer is C.

Soru 83

Which of the following is NOT true about the traditional international law subjecting individuals?

Seçenekler

A
The position of individuals at the international plane still depends on the express or implied will of the state
B
The individual will benefit from treaty guarantees so long as the state remains a party to the treaty
C
If the state withdraws from or denounces a treaty, this will end the individuals’ rights at the international plane against their own state.
D
Individuals may bring a claim at the international plane on the basis of their nationality, which places them under the domestic jurisdiction of
the state.
E
Individuals can sue states or be sued by states before an international
tribunal
Açıklama:
As a general rule, individuals cannot sue
states or be sued by states before an international
tribunal, nor are individuals answerable to states
at the international plane for failing to fulfill their
obligations.

Soru 84

I. Insurgents should be in effective occupation of a substantial part of the territory.
II. They should enjoy the support from the majority of the population living in that territory.
III. They should have the will and capacity to carry out international obligations.
IV. They should demand and receive possession of public
property belonging to the recognized state.
Which of the given is essential for the recognition of insurgency?

Seçenekler

A
I & IV
B
II & III
C
I, II & III
D
I, III & IV
E
II, III & IV
Açıklama:
Insurgency is the first stage of rebellion. For the recognition of insurgency, it is essential that:
• insurgents should be in effective occupation of a substantial part of the territory;
• they should enjoy the support from the majority of the population living in that
territory;
• they should have the will and capacity to carry out international obligations.
The correct answer is C.

Soru 85

Which of the following is NOT one of the differences between de facto and de jure?

Seçenekler

A
While de jure recognition is conditional and temporary, de facto recognition is formal and final.
B
The diplomatic relations can be established with de jure entities only, and the representatives of de jure recognized entities alone are entitled to full diplomatic immunities and privileges.
C
Only a de jure recognized régime can claim to receive property located in the territory of the recognizing state.
D
Only a de jure state or government is entitled to espouse the cause of its citizens and exercise diplomatic protection for their injuries caused by the recognizing state.
E
If a sovereign state grants independence to its dependency or creates a separate state out of its territory, then the new state can be recognized de jure only.
Açıklama:
While de facto recognition is conditional and temporary, de jure recognition is formal and final. The correct answer is A.

Soru 86

"A new state or a new government exists independent of recognition. The recognition is merely an evidence of the fact that the new entity fulfils the essentials of Statehood or of a government."
Which one of the below is described above?

Seçenekler

A
Express Recognition
B
Implied recognition
C
Constitutive Theory
D
Declaratory Theory
E
Collective recognition
Açıklama:
Express recognition: A state may convey its decision of recognition to the new entity or government through a formal announcement, which may take the form of public statement or notification or diplomatic note or a personal message sent to the new entity.
Implied recognition: Recognition may be inferred from the conduct of the parties involved. The act must clearly indicate that a recognizing state has a clear and inescapable intention to recognize. The intention, then, is the crucial aspect of recognition.
According to the constitutive theory, an entitybecomes a state only by virtue of recognition. It is through the act of recognition alone that a new state emerges as an international person or a new government derives the requisite authority or status in the international arena.
In contrast to the constitutive theory, the declaratory theory (also called evidentiary theory) considers that a new state or a new government exists independent of recognition. The recognition is merely an evidence of the fact that the new entity fulfils the essentials of Statehood or of a
government.
International law does not prescribe or prohibit the grant of collective recognition. States may grant recognition collectively. Collective recognition can be granted by states through some collective international act or through the medium of an international institution.

Soru 87

The doctrine of non-recognition is commonly called the .......... Doctrine.

Seçenekler

A
Stimson
B
Oppenheim
C
Cordell
D
Hans
E
Greig
Açıklama:
The doctrine of non-recognition, commonly called the Stimson Doctrine of non-recognition, implies the withholding of recognition from new territorial titles or territorial changes brought out by use of force or through any other act of doubtful character. The correct answer is A.

Soru 88

Which of the following is true about "de jure" recognition?

Seçenekler

A
The new state lacks stability
B
The new state lacks permanency
C
The new state fulfills the requirements but does not posses all the essentials
D
The recognized authority should have effective control over a given area
E
The government ought to possess the powers of sovereignty, though at the time it may be deprived of them.
Açıklama:
Under de facto recognition, in the opinion of
the recognizing state, the new state or government:
(i) lacks stability and permanency, or (ii) does
not possess all the essentials required under
international law for its effective participation in
international affairs, but, in fact, it fulfils these
requirements. It may grant recognition to the
latter provisionally with all due reservations for the
future.
In case of de jure recognition, in the opinion of
the recognizing state, the new state or government
fulfils all the attributes essential for its effective
participation in the international community, and
it may grant the recognition to the latter formally.
However both, de facto and de jure recognition,
are related to the fact that the recognized authority
should have effective control over a given area
and it should have the semblance of permanence
and stability.
Distinction between the two can
be described as a de jure government is one “which
ought to possess the powers of sovereignty, though
at the time it may be deprived of them. A de facto
government is one which is really in possession of
them although the possession may be wrongful
or precarious”

Soru 89

Before belligerency is accorded recognition, there are some points that the recognizing state must satisfy.
Which of the following is NOT among these points?

Seçenekler

A
Hostilities must not be local (as in insurgency) but must be of a general character.
B
Insurgents must be in occupation and control of a considerable portion of the
national territory
C
Insurgent forces must be properly commanded and they observe the laws and
customs of war.
D
Hostilities have reached to such a magnitude that outside powers may be compelled to define their attitude toward belligerency.
E
Hostilities should protect its commercial interests, sea-borne trade from attacks and confiscation by the warring groups.
Açıklama:
Before belligerency is accorded recognition, the recognizing state must satisfy that the:
• hostilities must not be local (as in insurgency) but must be of a general character;
• insurgents must be in occupation and control of a considerable portion of the
national territory;
• insurgent forces must be properly commanded and they observe the laws and
customs of war;
• hostilities have reached to such a magnitude that outside powers may be compelled to define their attitude toward belligerency. Recognition of belligerency, in fact, should be followed by a declaration of neutrality.
The correct answer is E.

Ünite 5

Soru 1

When a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory, it is called - - - .
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
substantial connection
B
conflict of jurisdiction
C
criminal jurisdiction
D
extraordinary jurisdiction
E
extraterritorial jurisdiction
Açıklama:
As a rule, every state exercises exclusive jurisdiction within its own territory. However, International law does not put any limitation on
the state’s power to exercise jurisdiction beyond its territorial limits. When a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory, it is called extraterritorial jurisdiction.

Soru 2

Which of the following one is described as an act by a public authority, company, or other body that goes beyond the limits of the powers conferred on it?

Seçenekler

A
Ultra vires
B
Forum
C
Jurisdiction
D
Protective principle
E
Universality principle
Açıklama:
Ultra vires is described as an act by a public authority, company, or other body that goes beyond the limits of the powers conferred on it. Ultra vires acts are invalid. The ultra vires doctrine applies to all powers, whether created by statute or by a private document or agreement.

Soru 3

Which of the following is not one of the four general principles the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
Ultra vires principle
B
Territorial principle
C
Nationality principle
D
Protective principle
E
Universality principle
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. Second, the nationality principle, which determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injure by the offence. Third, the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence.
Fourth, the universality principle that provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime (for example, piracy). Ultra vires principle is not one of those.

Soru 4

Which of the following determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even withrespect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence?

Seçenekler

A
Nationality principle
B
Territorial principle
C
Protective principle
D
Universality principle
E
Conflict of jurisdiction
Açıklama:
The nationality principle, determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even withrespect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence.

Soru 5

Which of the following refers to the principle that a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad?

Seçenekler

A
Subjective territorial
B
Objective territorial
C
Exclusive jurisdiction
D
Active nationality
E
Passive nationality
Açıklama:
According to subjective territorial principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad.

Soru 6

Which of the following refers to a person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state?

Seçenekler

A
Alien
B
Natural person
C
Juristic person
D
Immigrant
E
Refugee
Açıklama:
Alien is defined as a person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state.

Soru 7

Which of the following cannot be contrasted with a human being?

Seçenekler

A
Juristic person
B
Natural person
C
Corporation
D
Artificial person
E
Entity with a legal personality
Açıklama:
juristic person (artificial person). An entity, such as a corporation, that is recognized as having legal personality, i.e. it is capable of enjoying and being subject to legal rights and duties. It is contrasted with a human being, who is referred to as a natural person.

Soru 8

Which of the following concepts refers to the surrender by one state to another of a person accused of committing an offence in the latter?

Seçenekler

A
Alien
B
Juristic person
C
Extradition
D
Ultra vires
E
Delicts jure gentium
Açıklama:
Extradition means that the surrender by one state to another of a person accused of committing an offence in
the latter (Martin, 2003: 194).

Soru 9

In which year did the UN General Assembly adopt the "Convention on Jurisdictional Immunities of States and Their Property" in order to bring uniformity in the state practice?

Seçenekler

A
2000
B
2002
C
2004
D
2007
E
2009
Açıklama:
In order to bring uniformity in the state practice, in 2004 the UN General Assembly adopted the Convention on Jurisdictional Immunities of States and Their Property (not in force yet). The Convention “applies to the immunity of a State and its property from the jurisdiction of the courts of another State” (Art. 1).

Soru 10

When was the "Vienna Convention on Consular Relations" adopted under the auspices of the United Nations?

Seçenekler

A
1963
B
1965
C
1969
D
1971
E
1978
Açıklama:
In 1963, the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations was adopted under the auspices of the United Nations. In 1969, the UN General Assembly adopted the Convention on Special Missions.

Soru 11

Which of the following refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence?

Seçenekler

A
Protective principle
B
Substantial connection
C
Territorial principle
D
Conflict of jurisdiction
E
Universality principle
Açıklama:
The protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence.

Soru 12

Under which of the following principles a state has the jurisdiction to prosecute and punish its juristic persons for a crime committed outside its territory?

Seçenekler

A
Passive Nationality Principle
B
Active Nationality Principle
C
Subjective Territorial Principle
D
Objective Territorial Principle
E
Universality Principle
Açıklama:
Active Nationality Principle: Under this principle, a state has the jurisdiction to prosecute and punish its juristic persons for a crime committed outside its territory.

Soru 13

According to which of the following principles, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad?

Seçenekler

A
Active nationality principle
B
Objective territorial principle
C
Subjective territorial principle
D
Passive nationality principle.
E
Protective principle
Açıklama:
According to subjective territorial principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad.

Soru 14

I. to protect the interests of the sending state and its nationals
II. to negotiate with the government of the receiving state
III. to report about the conditions of the receiving state
Under customary international law, which of the above functions a diplomatic mission may perform?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II, and III
Açıklama:
Under customary international law, diplomatic missions have three functions to perform:
• to protect the interests of the sending state and its nationals,
• to negotiate with the government of the receiving state, and
• to report about the conditions of the receiving state.

Soru 15

Which of the following is NOT one of the manners in which a diplomatic mission may come to an end?

Seçenekler

A
Notification
B
Recall of the envoy
C
Persona non grata
D
Exequatur
E
Armed conflict
Açıklama:
The diplomatic mission may come to an end in the following manners:
  • Recall of the envoy
  • Notification
  • Persona non grata
  • Armed conflict
  • The object and the stipulated time of the mission

Soru 16

Which of the following is NOT one of the classes which the convention divides the consuls into?

Seçenekler

A
Consuls-general
B
Consular premises
C
Consuls
D
Vice-consuls
E
Consular agents
Açıklama:
The Convention divides the consuls into four classes (Art. 9): a. Consuls-general, b. Consuls, c. Vice-consuls, d. Consular agents.

Soru 17

Which of the following is NOT one of items an agent is liable to pay?

Seçenekler

A
Indirect taxes
B
Dues and taxes on private immovable property situated in the territory of the receiving state
C
Estate, succession or inheritance duty, levied by the receiving state
D
Tax on income having its source in private investments in commercial undertaking in the receiving state
E
Direct taxes
Açıklama:
A diplomatic agent is exempt from all dues and taxes. The agent, however, is liable to pay:
i. Indirect taxes, such as sales tax or service charges;
ii. Dues and taxes on private immovable property situated in the territory of the receiving state such as house tax;
iii. Estate, succession or inheritance duty, levied by the receiving state;
iv. Tax on income having its source in private investments in commercial undertaking in the receiving state;
v. Charges levied for specific services rendered such as road tax;
vi. Registration, court or record fees, mortgage dues, and stamp duty with respect to immovable property (Art. 34).

Soru 18

Which of the following theory justifies the privileges and immunities as being necessary to enable the mission to perform its functions?

Seçenekler

A
Representative character theory,
B
Extraterritoriality theory
C
The functional necessity theory
D
Exterritoriality theory
E
Persona non grata
Açıklama:
The functional necessity theory, which justifies the privileges and immunities as being necessary to enable the mission to perform its functions.

Soru 19

Which of the following is the surrender by one state to another of a person accused of committing an offence in the latter?

Seçenekler

A
Aut punire
B
Alien
C
In absentia
D
Extradition
E
Delicts jure gentium
Açıklama:
extradition. The surrender by one state to another of a person accused of committing an offence in the latter (Martin, 2003: 194).

Soru 20

Which of the followings refers to the situation where a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory?

Seçenekler

A
Ultra vires.
B
Nationality principle.
C
Extra-territorial jurisdiction.
D
Conflict of jurisdiction.
E
Exclusive jurisdiction.
Açıklama:
Page 119.
As a rule, every state exercises exclusive jurisdiction within its own territory. However, International law does not put any limitation on the state’s power to exercise jurisdiction beyond its territorial limits. When a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory, it is called extraterritorial jurisdiction. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 21

I. Universality principle
II. Nationality principle
III. Territorial principle
IV. Protective principle
Which of the followings is among the general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
I, II, III & IV.
B
I, II & III.
C
I, II & IV.
D
II, III & IV.
E
II & III.
Açıklama:
Page 119.
In criminal matters also, the “substantial connection” between the alleged offender or the offence with the state exercising jurisdiction is necessary. The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. Second, the nationality principle, which determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence. Third, the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence. Fourth, the universality principle that provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime (for example, piracy). Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 22

Which of the followings refers to the jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad?

Seçenekler

A
Exclusive jurisdiction.
B
Passive nationality principle.
C
Extradition.
D
Subjective territorial principle.
E
Objective territorial principle.
Açıklama:
Page 120.
According to subjective territorial principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad. The objective territorial principle applies in reverse order, i.e., when a crime commenced in another state but was completed or consummated within its territory. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 23

Which of the followings refers to a state's jurisdiction to prosecute and punish its juristic persons for a crime committed outside its territory?

Seçenekler

A
Subjective territorial principle.
B
Active nationality principle.
C
Protective principle.
D
Passive nationality principle.
E
Objective territorial principle.
Açıklama:
Page 121.
Active Nationality Principle: Under this principle, a state has the jurisdiction to prosecute and punish its juristic persons for a crime committed outside its territory. A state may exercise civil or criminal jurisdiction over its nationals on the basis that the nationality is a mark of allegiance which the person, charged with the crime, owes to his state of nationality. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 24

Which of the followings refers to an entity, such as a corporation, that is recognized as having legal personality, i.e. it is capable of enjoying and being subject to legal rights and duties?

Seçenekler

A
Alien.
B
Forum.
C
Extradition.
D
Juristic person.
E
Delicts jure gentium.
Açıklama:
Page 122.
Juristic person (artificial person). An entity, such as a corporation, that is recognized as having legal personality, i.e. it is capable of enjoying and being subject to legal rights and duties. It is contrasted with a human being, who is referred to as a natural person. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 25

Which of the followings refers to a person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state?

Seçenekler

A
Alien.
B
Forum.
C
Extradition.
D
Juristic person
E
Delicts jure gentium.
Açıklama:
Page 122.
Alien: A person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 26

Which of the followings refers to the wrong against the “Law of Nations"?

Seçenekler

A
Alien.
B
Forum.
C
Juristic person.
D
Extradition.
E
Delicts jure gentium.
Açıklama:
Page 123.
States generally exercise jurisdiction over certain offences regardless of the nationality of the offender or the place of commission of crime. These offences are considered to be against international public policy (jus cogens) and they are treated as delicts jure gentium. Any state may arrest persons committing these crimes, try and punish them under its domestic law. Delicts jure gentium: wrong against the “Law of Nations.” Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 27

I. International organizations
II. Foreign armed forces
III. Diplomatic representatives
IV. Local public ships
Under international law, which of the stated above enjoy certain degree of exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
I & II.
B
I, II & III.
C
I, II & IV.
D
II & IV.
E
I & III.
Açıklama:
Page 124.
Under international law, certain degree of exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction is enjoyed by the following:
• Foreign sovereigns and foreign states,
• Foreign public ships,
• Foreign armed forces,
• International organizations,
• Diplomatic representatives and consuls of foreign states.
Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 28

Which of the followings is not among the elements for the basis of jurisdictional immunity?

Seçenekler

A
Rule of comity or reciprocity.
B
Implied grant of license to a foreign sovereign or state.
C
Aut punire, aut dedere.
D
The principle of nonintervention.
E
Par in parem non habet imperium.
Açıklama:
Page 125.
Several principles are quoted as the basis of jurisdictional immunity:
a. Par in parem non habet imperium, i.e., an equal has no authority over an equal.
b. The principle of nonintervention, i.e., the matters related to the acts, policy and transactions of a foreign state should not stand to scrutiny by the territorial state, lest it would amount to intervention in the internal matters of another state.
c. Rule of comity or reciprocity, i.e., the accepted rules of mutual conduct as between states, which each state adopts in relation to other states and expects other states to adopt in relation to itself. It may otherwise be considered as an unfriendly act.
d. Implied grant of license to a foreign sovereign or state to visit or function within its territory signifies immunity and imposes an implied obligation on the territorial state not to derogate from such a grant.
Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 29

I. Surveilling the clendestine military operations of the receiving state
II. Negotiating with the government of the receiving state
III. Protecting the interests of the sending state and its nationals
IV. Reporting about the conditions of the receiving state
Under customary international law, which of the ones listed above is among the functions of diplomatic missions to perform?

Seçenekler

A
I & II.
B
I, II & III.
C
II & IV.
D
II, III & IV.
E
III & IV.
Açıklama:
Page 131.
Under customary international law, diplomatic missions have three functions to perform:
• to protect the interests of the sending state and its nationals,
• to negotiate with the government of the receiving state, and
• to report about the conditions of the receiving state.
Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 30

Which one of the following is not among the four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
territorial
B
nationality
C
protective
D
universality
E
substantial
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction; territorial principle, nationality principle, protective principle, universality principle

Soru 31

Which one of the following refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence?

Seçenekler

A
protective principle
B
territorial principle
C
nationality principle
D
substantial connection
E
extraterritorial jurisdiction
Açıklama:
the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence.

Soru 32

Which one of the following applies when a crime commenced in another state but was completed or consummated within its territory?

Seçenekler

A
subjective territorial principle
B
universality principle
C
objective territorial principle
D
protective principle
E
nationality principle
Açıklama:
The objective territorial principle applies in reverse order, i.e., when a crime commenced in another state but was completed or consummated within its territory.

Soru 33

Which one of the following terms refers to the surrender by one state to another of a person accused of committing an offence in the latter?

Seçenekler

A
alien
B
extradition
C
juristic person
D
linking point
E
forum
Açıklama:
extradition. The surrender by one state to another of a person accused of committing an offence in the latter (Martin, 2003: 194).

Soru 34

I. Robbery
II. War Crimes
III. Slave trade
Which one(s) of them is/are among the considered to be against international public policy (jus cogens) and they are treated as delicts jure gentium?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
Only III
D
I-II
E
II-III
Açıklama:
States generally exercise jurisdiction over certain offences regardless of the nationality of the offender or the place of commission of crime. These offences are considered to be against international public policy (jus cogens) and they are treated as delicts jure gentium. Any state may arrest persons committing these crimes, try and punish them under its domestic law. Examples of such crimes are piracy, war crimes, and slave trade

Soru 35

Which one of the following is not among the groups enjoying certain degree of exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction under international law?

Seçenekler

A
Foreign sovereigns and foreign states
B
International organizations
C
Partners of charity groups
D
Foreign armed forces
E
Diplomatic representatives
Açıklama:
Under international law, certain degree of exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction is enjoyed by the following:
• Foreign sovereigns and foreign states,
• Foreign public ships,
• Foreign armed forces,
• International organizations,
• Diplomatic representatives and consuls of foreign states.

Soru 36

Which one of the following terms refers to the act of abandoning or refraining from asserting a legal right?

Seçenekler

A
acta jure gestionis
B
acta jure imperii
C
waiver
D
aut punire, aut dedere
E
in absentia
Açıklama:
waiver: 1. The act of abandoning or refraining from asserting a legal right. 2. The instrument that declares the act of waiving (Martin, 2003: 532).

Soru 37

Which one of the following refers to the formal diplomatic notification by a state that the diplomatic agent selected to be sent to it by another state?

Seçenekler

A
persona non grata
B
agrément
C
letter of credence
D
temporary envoy
E
resident
Açıklama:
agrément: The formal diplomatic notification by a state that the diplomatic agent selected to be sent to it by another state has been accepted, i.e. is persona grata and can consequently become accredited to it. The agrément is the reply to a query by the sending state, which precedes the sent diplomat’s formal nomination and accreditation

Soru 38

Which one of the following is not among the immunities that a diplomatic agent enjoys?

Seçenekler

A
Right to travel freely in the territory of the receiving state
B
Freedom of communication for official purpose
C
Exemption from social security provisions in force in the receiving state
D
Immunity from local and military obligations
E
Integration in the foreign policy decisions of the receiving state
Açıklama:
Other immunities that a diplomatic agent enjoys are as follows:
• Right to travel freely in the territory of the receiving state, subject to the condition that he cannot go to the prohibited area that is important for the national security of the receiving state (Art. 26);
• Freedom of communication for official purpose (Art. 27);
• Exemption from social security provisions in force in the receiving state, except in case of servants for whom he must comply with the social security legislation as an employer
(Art. 33);
• Immunity from local and military obligations (Art. 35).

Soru 39

Which concept refers to when a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory?

Seçenekler

A
Criminal jurisdiction
B
Territorial jurisdiction
C
Conflict of jurisdiction
D
Exclusive jurisdiction
E
Extraterritorial jurisdiction
Açıklama:
When a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory, it is called extraterritorial jurisdiction.

Soru 40

  1. Territorial principle
  2. Nationality principle
  3. Protective principle
  4. Universality principle
Which are the principles states generally claim criminal jurisdiction on the basis of?

Seçenekler

A
I, II and III
B
I, II and IV
C
II, III and IV
D
I, III and IV
E
I, II, III and IV
Açıklama:
In criminal matters also, the “substantial connection” between the alleged offender or the offence with the state exercising jurisdiction is necessary. The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. Second, the nationality principle, which determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence. Third, the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence. Fourth, the universality principle that provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime.

Soru 41

In terms of criminal jurisdiction, which of the below determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed?

Seçenekler

A
Nationality principle
B
Territorial principle
C
Protective principle
D
Universality principle
E
Conflict of jurisdiction
Açıklama:
The territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed.

Soru 42

In terms of criminal jurisdiction, which of the below determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence?

Seçenekler

A
Territorial principle
B
Nationality principle
C
Protective principle
D
Universality principle
E
Conflict of jurisdiction
Açıklama:
The nationality principle, which determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence

Soru 43

In terms of criminal jurisdiction, which of the below refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence?

Seçenekler

A
Territorial principle
B
Nationality principle
C
Protective principle
D
Universality principle
E
Conflict of jurisdiction
Açıklama:
the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence.

Soru 44

In terms of criminal jurisdiction, which of the below provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime?

Seçenekler

A
Territorial principle
B
Nationality principle
C
Protective principle
D
Universality principle
E
Conflict of jurisdiction
Açıklama:
The universality principle that provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime.

Soru 45

According to which of the below, does a state have jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad?

Seçenekler

A
Subjective territorial principle
B
Objective territorial principle
C
Protective principle
D
Nationality principle
E
Universality principle
Açıklama:
According to subjective territorial principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad.

Soru 46

  1. Foreign sovereigns and foreign states
  2. Foreign armed forces
  3. International organizations
  4. Diplomatic representatives and consuls of foreign states
Under international law, which of the above enjoys a certain degree of exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
I, II and III
B
I, III and IV
C
II, III and IV
D
I, II and IV
E
I, II, III and IV
Açıklama:
Under international law, certain degree of exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction is enjoyed by the following:
  • Foreign sovereigns and foreign states,
  • Foreign public ships,
  • Foreign armed forces,
  • International organizations,
  • Diplomatic representatives and consuls of foreign states.

Soru 47

Which statement is NOT among the obvious reasons for the exercise of territorial jurisdiction, particularly relating to criminal law?

Seçenekler

A
The state where the crime is committed generally has the strongest interest in punishing the criminal.
B
The local forum is the most convenient one, since the witnesses and other facilities are most probably available there.
C
The offender is most likely to be found there.
D
It is crucial to avoid the element of double jeopardy, i.e., subjecting the person to two legal systems at the same time.
E
The state may exercise jurisdiction outside its territory
Açıklama:
The obvious reasons for the exercise of territorial jurisdiction, particularly relating to criminal law, are that:

  • The state where the crime is committed generally has the strongest interest in punishing the criminal.

  • The local forum is the most convenient one, since the witnesses and other facilities are most probably available there.

  • The offender is most likely to be found there.

  • To avoid the element of double jeopardy, i.e., subjecting the person to two legal systems at the same time.

Soru 48

  1. Protection of the interests of the sending state and its nationals
  2. Negotiation with the government of the receiving state
  3. Report about the conditions of the receiving state
Under customary international law, which functions do diplomatic missions have to perform?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
I and III
C
II and III
D
I, II and III
E
Only I
Açıklama:
Under customary international law, diplomatic missions have three functions to perform:
• to protect the interests of the sending state and its nationals,
• to negotiate with the government of the receiving state, and
• to report about the conditions of the receiving state.

Soru 49

Following theories are considered to be the
basis for diplomatic immunities and privileges,
except…?

Seçenekler

A
The reciprocity theory
B
The exterritoriality theory
C
The representative character theory
D
The functional necessity theory
E
The extraterritoriality theory
Açıklama:
The reciprocity theory

Soru 50

Which of these statements is false?

Seçenekler

A
The immunity of other persons of the mission
can be waived by the Head of the mission.
B
The immunity of the Head of the mission can
be waived by the sending state.
C
Waiver of the immunity must always be express.
D
Waiver from jurisdictional immunity includes
waiver against the execution of the judgment of
the court.
E
Waiver must be made with full knowledge of
the circumstances and of the concerned person’s
rights.
Açıklama:
Waiver from jurisdictional immunity includes
waiver against the execution of the judgment of
the court.

Soru 51

Which of these immunities does a diplomatic agent not have?

Seçenekler

A
The right to travel freely in the territory of the
receiving state
B
Freedom of communication for official purpose
C
Exemption from social security provisions in
force in the receiving state
D
Immunity from local and military obligations.
E
Exemption from the social security legislation
as an employer.
Açıklama:
Exemption from the social security legislation
as an employer.

Soru 52

Immunities and privileges of international
organizations are based on the following, except…?

Seçenekler

A
Their constitutions
B
Agreement with the host country
C
A multilateral treaty
D
Domestic legislation of the host country
E
Internal rules of the organization
Açıklama:
Internal rules of the organization

Soru 53

State immunity is limited to all acts in the
nature of …?

Seçenekler

A
acta jure imperii
B
acta jure gestionis
C
commercial trading
D
private activities of the people
E
trading contracts
Açıklama:
acta jure imperii

Soru 54

Universality principle is applicable to all
crimes, except those crimes…?

Seçenekler

A
In the nature of jus cogens
B
Treated as delicts jure gentium
C
In the nature of jus dispositivum
D
In the nature of grave breaches of laws of war
E
Piracy jure gentium
Açıklama:
In the nature of jus dispositivum

Soru 55

General principles on the basis of which
States generally claim criminal jurisdiction relate
to all of the following, except…?

Seçenekler

A
Territoriality principle
B
Prescriptive principle
C
Nationality principle
D
Protective principle
E
Universality principle
Açıklama:
Prescriptive principle

Soru 56

Which one of the following statements is not
true?

Seçenekler

A
Consular officers shall be liable to arrest or detention in the case of a grave crime.
B
Consular officers shall be committed to prison
in execution of a judicial decision of final effect.
C
If criminal proceedings are instituted against a consular officer, he does not need to appear before the competent authorities.
D
Consular officers may be sentenced to imprisonment in the case of grave crime.
E
When a consular officer is detained, the proceedings against him should be instituted with the minimum delay.
Açıklama:
If criminal proceedings are instituted against a consular officer, he does not need to appear before the competent authorities.

Soru 57

Which one of the following is not the obvious reason to exercise the territorial jurisdiction in the criminal cases?

Seçenekler

A
The State where the crime is committed has the
strongest interest in punishing the criminal
B
The local forum is the most convenient to try
the offender
C
The local forum is more efficient than others
D
The offender is most likely to be found there
E
To avoid the element of double jeopardy
Açıklama:
The local forum is more efficient than others

Soru 58

State jurisdiction does not connote the power
of the:

Seçenekler

A
State to prescribe the rules
B
State to enforce the rules
C
Court of law to try a particular dispute
D
State to regulate conduct or consequences of
events
E
Head of the government to conduct State affairs.
Açıklama:
Head of the government to conduct State affairs.

Soru 59

"Describing an act by a public authority, company, or other body that goes beyond the limits of the powers conferred on it."
What's the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Extra-territorial jurisdiction
B
Forum
C
Substantial connection
D
Ultra vires
E
Conflict of jurisdiction
Açıklama:
Describing an act by a public authority, company, or other body that goes beyond the limits of the powers conferred on it. Ultra vires acts are invalid. The ultra vires doctrine applies to all powers, whether created by statute or by a private document or agreement. The correct option is D.

Soru 60

"It determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed."
Which of the following is the correct type of jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
Territorial principle
B
Nationality principle
C
Protective principle
D
Conflict of jurisdiction
E
Universality principle
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. The correct option is A.

Soru 61

I. The state where the crime is committed generally has the strongest interest in punishing the criminal,
II. The local forum is the most convenient one, since the witnesses and other facilities are most probably available there,
III. The offender is most likely to be found there.
Which of the above are correct regarding the reasons for the exercise of territorial jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
I and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
The obvious reasons for the exercise of territorial jurisdiction, particularly relating to criminal law, are that:
1. The state where the crime is committed generally has the strongest interest in punishing the criminal;
2. The local forum is the most convenient one, since the witnesses and other facilities are most probably available there;
3. The offender is most likely to be found there,
4. To avoid the element of double jeopardy, i.e., subjecting the person to two legal systems at the same time.
As a result, all of the statements are correct. The correct option is E.

Soru 62

"An entity, such as a corporation, that is recognized as having legal personality, i.e. it is capable of enjoying and being subject to legal rights and duties."
What's the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Nationals
B
Juristic persons
C
Concurrent jurisdiction
D
Objective territorial principle
E
Alien
Açıklama:
Juristic person (artificial person). An entity, such as a corporation, that is recognized as having legal personality, i.e. it is capable of enjoying and being subject to legal rights and duties. It is contrasted with a human being, who is referred to as a natural person. The correct option is B.

Soru 63

I. Foreign sovereigns and foreign states
II. Foreign public ships,
III. Foreign armed forces.
Which of the above benefits from the exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
Under international law, certain degree of exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction is enjoyed by the following:
  1. Foreign sovereigns and foreign states,
  2. Foreign public ships,
  3. Foreign armed forces,
  4. International organizations,
  5. Diplomatic representatives and consuls of foreign states.
As a result, all of the statements are correct. The correct option is E.

Soru 64

I. An equal has no authority over an equal.
II. The principle of non-intervention.
III. Rule of comity or reciprocity.
Which of the above can be given as the basis of jurisdictional immunity?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and III
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
Several principles are quoted as the basis of jurisdictional immunity:
a. Par in parem non habet imperium, i.e., an equal has no authority over an equal.
b. The principle of non-intervention, i.e., the matters related to the acts, policy and transactions of a foreign state should not stand to scrutiny by the territorial state, lest it would amount to intervention in the internal matters of another state.
c. Rule of comity or reciprocity, i.e., the accepted rules of mutual conduct as between states, which each state adopts in relation to other states and expects other states to adopt in relation to itself. It may otherwise be considered as an unfriendly act.
d. Implied grant of license to a foreign sovereign or state to visit or function within its territory signifies immunity and imposes an implied obligation on the territorial state not to derogate from such a grant. Immunity also rests on the functional
As a result, all of the statements are correct. The correct options is E.

Soru 65

"It considers a public vessel as a part of the territory of the flag state and subject to its jurisdiction only."
Which of the following is the correct definition of the term above?

Seçenekler

A
Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act
B
European Convention of State Immunity
C
Convention on Jurisdictional Immunities of States and Their Property
D
Floating Island Theory
E
Implied Waiver
Açıklama:
The inviolability of public ships is based on the floating island theory, which considers a public vessel as a part of the territory of the flag state and subject to its jurisdiction only. However, the immunities of public ships are conditional; if there are serious breaches of the local law or if the flag state waives the immunities, the territorial state can exercise the jurisdiction. The correct answer is D.

Soru 66

I. to protect the interests of the sending state and its nationals,
II. to negotiate with the government of the receiving state,
III. to report about the conditions of the receiving state.
Which of the above are the functions of a diplomatic mission?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
Under customary international law, diplomatic missions have three functions to perform:
I. to protect the interests of the sending state and its nationals,
II. to negotiate with the government of the receiving state,
III. to report about the conditions of the receiving state.
As a result, all three statements are correct. The correct option is E.

Soru 67

"A formal document by which the head of an accredited state presents its newly appointed diplomatic agent to the head of state of the host country."
What is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Agrement
B
Letter of Credence
C
Persona non grata
D
Temporary envoy
E
Plenipotentiary
Açıklama:
Letter of credence (lettre de créance): A formal document by which the head of an accredited state presents its newly appointed diplomatic agent to the head of state of the host country. The correct option is B.

Soru 68

I. Indirect taxes,
II. Taxes on private property,
III. Tax on income.
Which of the above does a diplomatic agent pay for?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
A diplomatic agent is exempt from all dues and taxes. The agent, however, is liable to pay:
A. Indirect taxes, such as sales tax or service charges;
B. Dues and taxes on private immovable property situated in the territory of the receiving state such as house tax;
C. Estate, succession or inheritance duty, levied by the receiving state;
D. Tax on income having its source in private investments in commercial undertaking in the receiving state;
E. Charges levied for specific services rendered such as road tax.
All fo the statements are correct. The correct option is E.

Soru 69

I. Territorial principle
II. Nationality principle
III. Conflict principle
IV. Protective principle
V. Universality principle
Which are the general principles on the basis of which states generally claim jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
I, II, III and IV
B
II, III, IV and V
C
I, II, IV and V
D
I, II, III and V
E
I, III, IV and V
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. Second, the nationality principle, which determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence. Third, the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence. Fourth, the universality principle that provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime.

Soru 70

What is it called when a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory?

Seçenekler

A
Criminal Jurisdiction
B
Civil Jurisdiction
C
Territorial Jurisdiction
D
Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
E
Exclusive Jurisdiction
Açıklama:
As a rule, every state exercises exclusive jurisdiction within its own territory. However, International law does not put any limitation on the state’s power to exercise jurisdiction beyond its territorial limits. When a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory, it is called extraterritorial jurisdiction.

Soru 71

What is the concept in which a foreign sovereign or state is not amenable to the jurisdiction of the state of the forum unless it voluntarily submits to the jurisdiction of the local courts and the law enforcement agencies?

Seçenekler

A
State immunity
B
Active Nationality Principle
C
Passive Nationality Principle
D
Criminal Jurisdiction
E
Civil Jurisdiction
Açıklama:
A foreign sovereign or state is not amenable to the jurisdiction of the state of the forum unless it voluntarily submits to the jurisdiction of the local courts and the law enforcement agencies. However, there is no bar against the foreign sovereign initiating the proceedings in territorial state. The concept was earlier attached to the person of the sovereign, but later extended to the state and its organs. The two terms, state immunity and sovereign immunity, are often times used interchangeably.

Soru 72

What is it called when a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad?

Seçenekler

A
Objective territorial principle
B
Subjective territorial principle
C
Active nationality principle
D
Passive nationality principle
E
Sovereign immunity
Açıklama:
According to subjective territorial principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad.

Soru 73

Under which principle, a state has the jurisdiction to prosecute and punish its juristic persons for a crime committed outside its territory?

Seçenekler

A
Active Nationality Principle
B
Passive Nationality Principle
C
Extradition
D
Sovereign Immunity
E
State Immunity
Açıklama:
Under this principle, a state has the jurisdiction to prosecute and punish its juristic persons for a crime committed outside its territory. A state may exercise civil or criminal jurisdiction over its nationals on the basis that the nationality is a mark of allegiance which the person, charged with the crime, owes to his state of nationality.

Soru 74

I. Protection of the interests of the sending state and its nationals
II. Negotiation with the government of the receiving state
III. Reporting about the conditions of the receiving state
Which are the functions of diplomatic missions?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
I and III
C
II and III
D
Only I
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
Under customary international law, diplomatic missions have three functions to perform:
• to protect the interests of the sending state and its nationals,
• to negotiate with the government of the receiving state, and
• to report about the conditions of the receiving state.

Soru 75

The legislative, administrative, and executive acts of the foreign state and its agents cannot be called into question by the territorial state.
What is the concept defined above?

Seçenekler

A
Persona Nan Grata
B
Jurisdictional Immunity
C
Representative Character
D
Functional Necessity Theory
E
State Immunity
Açıklama:
The person of a sovereign is exempt from arrest or detention within a foreign territory. This exemption extends to the foreign troops (under license), the diplomatic agents, and other representatives of the foreign sovereign. The legislative, administrative, and executive acts of the foreign state and its agents cannot be called into question by the territorial state. The exemption also extends to property within the territory of the state of the forum. State immunity and sovereign immunity, are often times used interchangeably.

Soru 76

What is a diplomatic agent who is unacceptable to the receiving state called?

Seçenekler

A
Juristic person
B
Alien
C
Ambassador
D
Attaché
E
Persona non grata
Açıklama:
Persona non grata [Latin: an unacceptable or unwelcome person]: A diplomatic agent who is unacceptable to the receiving state. The sending state should recall such an agent; if this fails to occur, the host state may ignore the presence of the agent or expel him from its territory.

Soru 77

Which is not an immunity diplomatic agents have?

Seçenekler

A
Immunity from any local and military obligations
B
Freedom to communicate for official purposes
C
The right to travel freely in the territory of the host state
D
Exemption from the social security legislation as an employer
E
Exemption from social security provisions in force in the receiving state
Açıklama:
States conduct diplomatic functions in the territory of the receiving State with its specific permission. This entitles diplomatic missions and their staff to certain privileges and immunities and enables them to function smoothly.
Immunities that a diplomatic agent enjoys are as follows: • Right to travel freely in the territory of the receiving state, subject to the condition that he cannot go to the prohibited area that is important for the national security of the receiving state (Art. 26); • Freedom of communication for official purpose (Art. 27); • Exemption from social security provisions in force in the receiving state, except in case of servants for whom he must comply with the social security legislation as an employer (Art. 33); • Immunity from local and military obligations (Art. 35).

Soru 78

What is the name of the certificate issued by a host state that admits and accords recognition to the official status of a consul, authorizing him to carry out consular functions in that country?

Seçenekler

A
Ultra vires
B
Acta jure imperii
C
Exequatur
D
Letter of credence
E
Acta jure gestionis
Açıklama:
exequatur: A certificate issued by a host state that admits and accords recognition to the official status of a consul, authorizing him to carry out consular functions in that country. The sending state grants the consular official a commission or patent, which authorizes the consul to represent his state’s interests within the host state

Soru 79

Which of the following is NOT one of the four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
Territorial principle
B
Nationality principle
C
Protective principle
D
Universality principle
E
Defensive principle
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. Second, nationality principle, which determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence. Third, the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence. Fourth, the universality principle that provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime (for example, piracy). Defensive principle is not one of these general principles.

Soru 80

Which criminal jurisdiction principle determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed?

Seçenekler

A
Territorial principle
B
Nationality principle
C
Protective principle
D
Universality principle
E
Defensive principle
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. The territorial principle determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed.

Soru 81

Which criminal jurisdiction principle determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence?

Seçenekler

A
The internationality principle
B
The nationality principle
C
The protective principle
D
The locality principle
E
The universality principle
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. The nationality principle determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence. The correct answer is B.

Soru 82

Which criminal jurisdiction principle refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence?

Seçenekler

A
The territorial principle
B
The nationality principle
C
The protective principle
D
The defensive principle
E
The universality principle
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. The protective principle refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence.

Soru 83

Which criminal jurisdiction principle provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime (for example, piracy)?

Seçenekler

A
The territorial principle
B
The nationality principle
C
The protective principle
D
The universality principle
E
The defensive principle
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. The universality principle provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime (for example, piracy). The correct answer is D.

Soru 84

According to which principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad?

Seçenekler

A
Subjective territorial principle
B
Objective territorial principle
C
Active nationality principle
D
Passive nationality principle
E
Universality principle
Açıklama:
According to subjective territorial principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad. The correct answer is A.

Soru 85

According to which principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when a crime commenced in another state but was completed or consummated within its territory?

Seçenekler

A
Subjective territorial principle
B
Objective territorial principle
C
Active nationality principle
D
Passive nationality principle
E
Universality principle
Açıklama:
According to the objective territorial principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when a crime commenced in another state but was completed or consummated within its territory. The state
concerned in such a case can take action against the offender. The objective territorial principle is
generally accepted and applied, according to which jurisdiction can be exercised when any essential constituent element of a crime is consummated in state territory. The correct answer is B.

Soru 86

What is the conflict of jurisdiction, which is created by a combination of the territorial and nationality principles, called?

Seçenekler

A
Passive nationality
B
Active nationality
C
Extradition
D
Linking point
E
Concurrent jurisdiction
Açıklama:
The territorial and nationality principles together may create the incidence of concurrent jurisdiction, leading to conflict of jurisdiction and possible double jeopardy unless resolved by clear rules about the priority between them. The correct answer is E.

Soru 87

Which crime is NOT dealt on the principle of "aut punire, aut dedere"?

Seçenekler

A
Genocide
B
Drug trafficking
C
Slave trade
D
Counterfeiting of currency
E
Hijacking
Açıklama:
A number of treaties incorporate the universality principle in a limited way regarding such issues as genocide, drug trafficking, trafficking in women and children, counterfeiting of currency, taking of hostages, torture, apartheid, attacks on diplomats, and hijacking. However, contrary to their being delicts jure gentium (which can be tried by all States), these crimes are dealt on the principle of aut punire, aut dedere. Accordingly, offenders are either to be punished by the state where they are found or to be surrendered to the state, which is competent and willing to exercise jurisdiction over them. However, slave trade is treated as "delicts jure gentium," and prosecuted on the basis of the universality principle. The correct answer is C.

Soru 88

Which of the following can NOT enjoy a certain degree of immunity from local jurisdiction, under international law?

Seçenekler

A
Foreign public ships
B
Foreign armed forces
C
International organizations
D
Diplomatic representatives
E
Policymakers
Açıklama:
Under international law, certain degree of exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction is enjoyed by the following:
• Foreign sovereigns and foreign states,
• Foreign public ships,
• Foreign armed forces,
• International organizations,
• Diplomatic representatives and consuls of foreign states. Policymakers are not granted such immunity under international law. The correct answer is E.

Soru 89

What is a `forum`?

Seçenekler

A
The place or country where a case is being heard
B
A group of selected people in an international case
C
Two judges assigned from two different states
D
The evaluation of a new international case by experts
E
The set of rules followed in an international case
Açıklama:
Forum [from Latin: public place]. The place or
country in which a case is being heard (Martin,
2003: 210).

Soru 90

"The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction."
Which principle refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence?

Seçenekler

A
Territorial principle
B
Nationality principle
C
Protective principle
D
Universality principle
E
None of the above
Açıklama:
In criminal matters also, the “substantial connection” between the alleged offender or the offence with the state exercising jurisdiction is necessary. The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. Second, the nationality principle, which determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence. Third, the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence. Fourth, the universality principle that provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime.

Soru 91

Which one of the below is a reason for the exercise of territorial jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
The state from which the offender is generally has the strongest interest in punishing the criminal
B
A local forum is the most convenient one, since it is more likely to be unbiased
C
The offender is most likely to be familiar with the legal system of that state
D
The state may help understand the offender's motives more precisely
E
To avoid subjecting the person to two legal systems at the same time
Açıklama:
The obvious reasons for the exercise of territorial
jurisdiction, particularly relating to criminal law,
are that:
• The state where the crime is committed
generally has the strongest interest in
punishing the criminal
• The local forum is the most convenient
one, since the witnesses and other facilities
are most probably available there
• The offender is most likely to befound there
• To avoid the element of double jeopardy,
i.e., subjecting the person to two legal
systems at the same time.

Soru 92

What is a juristic person?

Seçenekler

A
A human being recognized as a legal personality
B
An entity(such as a corporation) recognized as a legal personality
C
A judge at an international court
D
Any person that is part of an international case
E
A legal person that can only be tried at a territorial jurisdiction
Açıklama:
Juristic person (artificial person). An entity, such
as a corporation, that is recognized as having
legal personality, i.e. it is capable of enjoying
and being subject to legal rights and duties. It is
contrasted with a human being, who is referred to
as a natural person.

Soru 93

Which term is used to describe offences that are "wrong against the Law of Nations"?

Seçenekler

A
Extradition
B
Jus cogens
C
Delicts jure gentium
D
In absentia
E
Aut punire, aut dedere
Açıklama:
Delicts jure gentium means "wrong against the Law of
Nations."

Soru 94

Contrary to their being delicts jure gentium (which can be tried by all States), these crimes are dealt on the principle of aut punire, aut dedere.
Which of the following is NOT an example of such crimes?

Seçenekler

A
Genocide
B
Counterfeiting of currency
C
Taking of hostages
D
Drug dealing
E
Hijacking
Açıklama:
Genocide, drug trafficking,
trafficking in women and children, counterfeiting
of currency, taking of hostages, torture, apartheid,
attacks on diplomats, and hijacking are considered international crimes. However,
contrary to their being delicts jure gentium
(which can be tried by all States), these crimes
are dealt on the principle of aut punire, aut
dedere. Accordingly, offenders are either to be
punished by the state where they are found or to
be surrendered to the state, which is competent
and willing to exercise jurisdiction over them.

Soru 95

Which one of the following does NOT enjoy exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction under international law?

Seçenekler

A
Foreign armed forces
B
Foreign public ships
C
International organizations
D
Immigrants living in a foreign country
E
Diplomatic represantatives of foreign states
Açıklama:
Under international law, certain degree of
exemption and immunity from local jurisdiction is
enjoyed by the following:
• Foreign sovereigns and foreign states,
• Foreign public ships,
• Foreign armed forces,
• International organizations,
• Diplomatic representatives and consuls of
foreign states.

Soru 96

Which one of the below is NOT a principle for the basis of jurisdictional immunity?

Seçenekler

A
An equal has no authority over an equal.
B
The accepted rules of mutual conduct as between states
C
The matters related to the acts, policy and transactions of a foreign state should not stand to scrutiny by the territorial state
D
Implied grant of license to a foreign sovereign or state to visit or function within its territory
E
The property of a foreign sovereign shall be immune from attachment and execution
Açıklama:
Several principles are quoted as the basis of
jurisdictional immunity:
a. Par in parem non habet imperium, i.e., an
equal has no authority over an equal.
b. The principle of non-intervention, i.e.,
the matters related to the acts, policy and
transactions of a foreign state should not
stand to scrutiny by the territorial state,
lest it would amount to intervention in the
internal matters of another state.
c. Rule of comity or reciprocity, i.e., the
accepted rules of mutual conduct as between
states, which each state adopts in relation
to other states and expects other states to
adopt in relation to itself. It may otherwise
be considered as an unfriendly act.
d. Implied grant of license to a foreign
sovereign or state to visit or function within
its territory signifies immunity and imposes
an implied obligation on the territorial state
not to derogate from such a grant.
"The customary international law rule that the
property of a foreign sovereign shall be immune
from attachment and execution, unless this
immunity has been waived by the foreign sovereign
expressly or impliedly." is a statement incorporated in Section 1609 of the 1976 Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act of the United States.

Soru 97

Which of the following is a diplomatic agent NOT liable to pay?

Seçenekler

A
Sales tax
B
Taxes on private immovable property
C
Tax on income from private investments
D
Payroll taxes
E
Charges levied for specific services rendered such as road tax
Açıklama:
A diplomatic agent is exempt from all dues and
taxes. The agent, however, is liable to pay:
i. Indirect taxes, such as sales tax or service
charges;
ii. Dues and taxes on private immovable
property situated in the territory of the
receiving state such as house tax;
iii. Estate, succession or inheritance duty,
levied by the receiving state;
iv. Tax on income having its source in private
investments in commercial undertaking in
the receiving state;
v. Charges levied for specific services rendered
such as road tax;
vi. Registration, court or record fees, mortgage
dues, and stamp duty with respect to
immovable property.

Soru 98

Which of the following describes the notion that a diplomatic missions personifies the sending state?

Seçenekler

A
The extraterritoriality theory
B
The representative character theory
C
The functional necessity theory
D
Diplomatic asylum
E
Special duty
Açıklama:
The representative character theory,
which considers the diplomatic mission
as personifying the sending state and the
diplomat as representative of the foreign
sovereign.

Soru 99

International law does not put any limitation on the state’s power to exercise jurisdiction beyond its territorial limits. Which of the followings describes this situation?

Seçenekler

A
Territorial principle.
B
Extraterritorial jurisdiction.
C
Civil Jurisdiction.
D
Conflict of jurisdiction.
E
Criminal Jurisdiction.
Açıklama:
As a rule, every state exercises exclusive jurisdiction within its own territory. However, International law does not put any limitation on the state’s power to exercise jurisdiction beyond its territorial limits. When a state exercises its jurisdiction beyond its territory, it is called extraterritorial jurisdiction. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 100

I. Territorial principle
II. Nationality principle
III. Universality principle
IV. Conflict of jurisdiction
Which of the ones listed above are among the general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction?

Seçenekler

A
I & II.
B
Only I.
C
II & III.
D
I, II & III.
E
II, III & IV.
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. Second, the nationality principle, which determines jurisdiction by reference to the nationality either of the persons committing the offence even with respect to events occurring entirely abroad or with reference to the nationality of the person injured by the offence. Third, the protective principle that refers to jurisdiction according to the national interest of the state injured by the offence. Fourth, the universality principle that provides jurisdiction by reference to the nature of the crime (for example, piracy). Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 101

Which of the followings is the principle that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed?

Seçenekler

A
Nationality principle.
B
Universality principle.
C
Protective principle.
D
Conflict of jurisdiction.
E
Territorial principle.
Açıklama:
The state practice discloses four general principles on the basis of which states generally claim criminal jurisdiction. First, the territorial principle, that determines jurisdiction by reference to the place where the offence is committed. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 102

I. The state where the crime is committed generally has the strongest interest in punishing the criminal
II. To practice the element of double jeopardy
III. The offender is most likely to be found there
Which of the ones stated above is among the reasons for the exercise of territorial jurisdiction particularly relating to criminal law?

Seçenekler

A
Only I.
B
I & III.
C
Only II.
D
I, II & III.
E
Only III.
Açıklama:
The obvious reasons for the exercise of territorial jurisdiction, particularly relating to criminal law, are that:
• The state where the crime is committed generally has the strongest interest in punishing the criminal;
• The local forum is the most convenient one, since the witnesses and other facilities are most probably available there;
• The offender is most likely to be found there,
• To avoid the element of double jeopardy, i.e., subjecting the person to two legal systems at the same time
Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 103

A state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad.
Which of the followings is the principle described above?

Seçenekler

A
Subjective territorial principle.
B
Forum.
C
Protective principle.
D
Universality principle.
E
Nationality principle.
Açıklama:
According to subjective territorial principle, a state has jurisdiction over a crime when it is commenced within the state but completed or consummated abroad. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 104

A state has the jurisdiction to prosecute and punish its juristic persons for a crime committed outside its territory.
Which of the followings is the principle described above?

Seçenekler

A
Subjective territorial principle.
B
Passive nationality principle.
C
Active nationality principle.
D
Universality principle.
E
Objective territorial principle.
Açıklama:
Active Nationality Principle: Under this principle, a state has the jurisdiction to prosecute and punish its juristic persons for a crime committed outside its territory. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 105

An entity, such as a corporation, that is recognized as having legal personality.
Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Juristic person.
B
Forum.
C
Local forum.
D
Ultra vires
E
Alien.
Açıklama:
Juristic person (artificial person). An entity, such as a corporation, that is recognized as having legal personality, i.e. it is capable of enjoying and being subject to legal rights and duties. It is contrasted with a human being, who is referred to as a natural person. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 106

A person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state.
Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Juristic person.
B
Forum.
C
Local forum.
D
Ultra vires.
E
Alien.
Açıklama:
Alien: A person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 107

The surrender by one state to another of a person accused of committing an offence in the latter.
Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Alien.
B
Jurisic Person.
C
Forum.
D
Local forum.
E
Extradition.
Açıklama:
Extradition: The surrender by one state to another of a person accused of committing an offence in the latter. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 108

The wrong against the “Law of Nations.” Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Aliens.
B
Ultra vires.
C
Delicts jure gentium.
D
Forum.
E
Extradition.
Açıklama:
Delicts jure gentium: wrong against the “Law of Nations.” Therefore, the correct option is C.

Ünite 6

Soru 1

State responsibility under international law is defined as - - - .
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
the rights and duties betweenthe citizens of the claimant state and the state alleged to be responsible
B
injuries caused by the diplomatic representatives of another state
C
violations of the territorial sovereignty of another state.
D
damages done to the territory or property of another state.
E
delict (wrong or misdemeanor) in the municipal sense.
Açıklama:
Responsibility under international law arises from the breach of a duty or non-performance of an international obligation by a state, even though the facts bring into question the rights and duties under municipal law between the citizens of the claimant state and the state alleged to be responsible.

Soru 2

The Draft Articles on Responsibility of States for Internationally Wrongful Acts (the Draft Articles) only deal with---.
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
the position of individual states
B
cooperation between states
C
the responsibility of states
D
rights and duties of citizens
E
the International Criminal Court
Açıklama:
The Draft Articles deal only with the responsibility of states.

Soru 3

Which crimes does a state have responsibility for in international law?

Seçenekler

A
Breaches of extradition rules
B
Denial of political rights to aliens
C
Following the rule of pacta sund servanda
D
Acts such as genocide and war crimes
E
Reductions in the contribution to the UN budget
Açıklama:
As for the criminal responsibility of States under international law, it has not been clearly established or accepted, even though the act is criminal in nature such as genocide or war crimes.

Soru 4

Internationally wrongful act consists of - - - .
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
wrong instigation
B
torts
C
misstatements
D
violations of the law
E
certain actions or omissions
Açıklama:
Conduct attributable to the state may consist of actions or omissions. For a particular conduct to be characterized as an internationally wrongful act, it must first be attributable to the state to create its responsibility either generally or specifically in certain circumstances.

Soru 5

Valid consent by a state may be vitiated by all of the following except ...
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
error
B
obligation
C
fraud
D
corruption
E
coercion
Açıklama:
Valid consent by a State ...may be vitiated by error, fraud, corruption, or coercion.

Soru 6

Restitution refers to - - - .
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
a rule through which an injured State is entitled to obtain compensation from the State which has committed an internationally wrongful act for the damage.
B
a matter of negotiation.
C
loss of property, where the damage is assessable in the context of market price, including even the loss of profits, and therefore it may become compensable.
D
the re-establishment of the situation, as far as possible, which had existed prior to the commission of the internationally wrongful act.
E
an acknowledgement of the breach, an expression of regret, a formal apology or another appropriate modality.
Açıklama:
Restitution involves the re-establishment of the situation, as far as possible, which had existed prior to the commission of the internationally wrongful act. The PCIJ in the Chorzow Factory case confirmed the primacy of restitution

Soru 7

The treatment of aliens (foreign nationals) has been a controversial subject under international law. What are the two principal approaches in this respect?

Seçenekler

A
By descent from parents (jus sanguinis) and by birth in the territory of the state
B
General rules and private rules
C
Matters of domestic law and mattes of international law
D
The right of individual protection and the right of aliens' protection
E
International minimum standard and national treatment
Açıklama:
The treatment of aliens (foreign nationals) has been a controversial subject under international law. There are two principal approaches in this respect:

  • international minimum standard of treatment which must be accorded to aliens by all states, irrespective of how they treat their own nationals; and

  • national treatment, that is, treatment equal to that given by the concerned state to its own nationals must be accorded to aliens.

Soru 8

Which of the following is NOT established by the "Draft Articles on Responsibility of States for Internationally Wrongful Acts" with respect to state responsibility?

Seçenekler

A
conditions for an act to qualify as internationally wrongful
B
general defenses to liability
C
responsibilities of international organizations
D
the consequences of liability
E
admissibility of claims
Açıklama:
The Draft establishes the following:

  • conditions for an act to qualify as internationally wrongful

  • circumstances under which actions of officials, private individuals and other entities may be attributed to the state,

  • general defenses to liability,

  • the consequences of liability, and

  • admissibility of claims.

Soru 9

Which of the following is an issue that the "Draft Articles on Responsibility of States for Internationally Wrongful Acts" does not deal with?

Seçenekler

A
obligations of states arising out of permitted acts
B
responsibilities of states in conducting wrongful acts
C
definition of internationally wrongful acts
D
determining which claims can be admitted
E
determining which acts can be attributed to states
Açıklama:
The Draft deals only with the responsibility of states for conduct that is internationally wrongful. It does not deal with the obligations of states arising out of acts that are not prohibited and that may have been expressly permitted under international law (such as compensation for property duly taken for a public purpose). The Draft also does not deal with the responsibility of international organizations or of other non-state entities, including individuals.

Soru 10

"In principle, the presence of Article 2 of the Draft will entail the international responsibility of a state. This has been affirmed by the Court in a number of cases. However, the respondent state may justify its action by claiming self-defense or _______________ for its non-performance."
Which of the following best completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
self-determination
B
geopolitical position
C
political condition
D
force majeure
E
future threat
Açıklama:
"In principle, the presence of Article 2 of the Draft will entail the international responsibility of a state. This has been affirmed by the Court in a number of cases. However, the respondent state may justify its action by claiming self-defense or force majeure for its non-performance."

Soru 11

The conduct of persons or groups is attributable to the state if - - - .
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
the persons or groups have committed acts under the effective control of that state, even if particular instructions may have been ignored
B
the persons or groups have committed acts by using the flag and name of a state.
C
the persons or groups have committed acts after being provoked by the officials of another state.
D
the persons or groups have committed acts through a military or paramilitary organization.
E
the persons or groups have committed acts to save the citizens from the oppression of another country.
Açıklama:
The conduct of persons or groups is attributable to the state if the persons or groups have committed acts under the effective control of that state, even if particular instructions may have been ignored.

Soru 12

Which of the following is NOT among the issues to be clarified before a state is held responsible in terms of breach of an international obligation?

Seçenekler

A
Causation
B
Injury
C
Damage
D
Time of occurrence
E
Predictability
Açıklama:
Breach of an international obligation, prima facie (at first sight), gives rise to state responsibility. However, before a state is held responsible, a number of other issues also arise such as causation (fault), injury, damage, and the time of its occurrence (for the purposes of non-retrospectivity).

Soru 13

Which of the following is a case where harm or damage has to be proved before state responsibility is actually laid down?

Seçenekler

A
Mere breach of obligation
B
Tax evasion
C
Kidnapping of diplomats
D
Environmental pollution
E
Assassination of politicians
Açıklama:
The role of harm or damage in state responsibility is also a debatable subject. As evident from the Draft Articles, there is no general requirement of harm or damage before the State responsibility is actually laid down. In certain situations, mere breach of an obligation is enough to give rise to the responsibility of the state such as a minor infringement of the inviolability of an embassy or a consular mission. On the other hand, in trans-boundary environment pollution cases, such as river pollution, the actual damage needs to be established to fix the state responsibility.

Soru 14

Which of the following is NOT among the "circumstances precluding wrongfulness" according to the Draft of Articles?

Seçenekler

A
Consent
B
Economic regression
C
Countermeasures
D
Distress
E
Necessity
Açıklama:
The Draft Articles in Chapter V of Part One enlist these defenses under the heading of “circumstances precluding wrongfulness,” though they are not exclusive. It sets out six circumstances (defenses):
• Consent (Art. 20),
• Self-defense (Art. 21),
• Countermeasures (Art. 22),
• Force majeure (Art. 23),
• Distress (Art. 24),
• Necessity (Art. 25).

Soru 15

Which of the following consequences of internationally wrongful acts is described by Article 31 of the Draft of Articles?

Seçenekler

A
Reparation
B
Restitution
C
Satisfaction
D
Cessation and non-repetition
E
Compensation
Açıklama:
The responsible state is obliged to make full reparation for the consequences of its breach, especially where actual harm or damage has occurred, provided it is not too remote or indirect. Article 31 of the Draft Articles deals with reparation.

Soru 16

Which of the following is among the rationale behind the rule that reads local remedies must be exhausted before further action?

Seçenekler

A
To disrespect the sovereignty of states
B
To forbid the states o redress within its own legal system
C
To increase the number of possible international claims
D
To better evaluate the facts
E
To sustain justice
Açıklama:
Art. 44(b) of the Draft Articles on State Responsibility provides that “the responsibility of a State may not be invoked if: the claim is one to which the rule of exhaustion of local remedies applies and any available and effective local remedy has not been exhausted.” It is an established rule of customary international law that before diplomatic protection is afforded or before recourse may be made to international arbitral or judicial processes, local remedies must be exhausted. The rationale behind the rule may be summarized as follows:
  • To respect the sovereignty of States. The state must be given the first opportunity to exercise jurisdiction on those matters occurring within its own territory;
  • To allow the concerned state the opportunity to afford redress within its own legal system for the alleged wrong;
  • To reduce the number of possible international claims;
  • To better evaluate the facts. Exhausting local remedies rests on considerations of practical convenience as the local courts are better placed to evaluate the facts;
  • To claim denial of justice. There can be no claim on the basis of denial of justice until local remedies have been exhausted.

Soru 17

Which option is true for state responsibility? I. State responsibility is based upon delict in the municipal sense. II. State responsibility arises for the breach of any obligation owed by a state under international law. III. State responsibility has been debated by many scholars with regard to the treatment of aliens.

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only III
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
-State responsibility is not based upon delict (wrong or misdemeanor) in the
municipal sense.
-In the matter of primary rules, state responsibility arises for the breach of any obligation owed by a state under international law.
-State responsibility, however, has also been debated by many scholars with regard to the treatment of aliens.

Soru 18

Which one of the following is not an example of the establishments of responsibility of individuals for their criminal acts?

Seçenekler

A
Rainbow Warrior arbitration
B
Criminal Tribunals for Yugoslavia
C
The Nuremberg and Tokyo trials
D
The Special Court for Sierra Leone
E
Criminal Tribunals for Rwanda
Açıklama:
Since the end of the Second World War, international responsibility of individuals in the criminal field has witnessed remarkable development. The Nuremberg and Tokyo trials, the establishment of the International Criminal Tribunals for Yugoslavia (1993) and Rwanda (1994), the Special Court for Sierra Leone (2002), and the establishment of International Criminal Court (2002) have established the responsibility of individuals for their criminal acts

Soru 19

I. Attribution
II. Self-defense
III. The absence of any valid justification
Which one(s) of the statements above is/are among the important elements regarding state responsibility?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
Only III
D
I-II
E
I-III
Açıklama:
There are three important elements regarding state responsibility: attribution (imputability), breach (causation), and the absence of any valid justification or legal excuse.

Soru 20

Which one of the following cases occured between France and New Zealand on July 10, 1985?

Seçenekler

A
United States Diplomatic and Consular Staff in Tehran case
B
Rainbow Warrior
C
Military and Paramilitary Activities in and against Nicaragua
D
Prosecutor v. Tadić
E
The Gustave Caire case
Açıklama:
The Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior was sunk in Auckland harbor by French agents on July 10, 1985, which was an attributable conduct. The French Government subsequently admitted that explosives were planted on the ship by agents on the orders of the Directorate General of External Security. New Zealand sought and received an apology and compensation from France for the violation of its sovereignty

Soru 21

Which one of the following terms refers to the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted?

Seçenekler

A
force majeure
B
attribution
C
diplomatic protection
D
criminal responsibility
E
state responsibility
Açıklama:
Diplomatic protection is the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted. Such protection extends to both natural and legal persons (Oxford Public International Law)

Soru 22

Which one of the following is not among the circumstances precluding wrongfulness stated in The Draft Articles in Chapter V of Part One?

Seçenekler

A
Consent
B
Self-defense
C
Countermeasures
D
Attribution
E
Force majeure
Açıklama:
The Draft Articles in Chapter V of Part One enlist these defenses under the heading of “circumstances precluding wrongfulness,” though they are not exclusive. It sets out six circumstances (defenses):
• Consent (Art. 20),
• Self-defense (Art. 21),
• Countermeasures (Art. 22),
• Force majeure (Art. 23),Distress (Art. 24),
• Necessity (Art. 25).

Soru 23

Which one of the following circumstances precluding wrongfulness is referred if the author of the act had “no other reasonable way of saving the author’s life or the lives of other persons entrusted to the author’s care?

Seçenekler

A
Necessity
B
Distress
C
Force majeure
D
Countermeasures
E
Self-defense
Açıklama:
Distress operates to excuse the wrongfulness of an act if the author of the act had “no other reasonable way, in a situation of distress, of saving the author’s life or the lives of other persons entrusted to the author’s care” (Art. 24). The wrongfulness of the conduct is precluded in circumstances where the state agent had no other reasonable way of saving life.

Soru 24

Which one of the following terms involves the re-establishment of the situation, as far as possible, which had existed prior to the commission of the internationally wrongful act?

Seçenekler

A
restitution
B
status quo ante
C
reparation
D
cessation
E
non-repetition
Açıklama:
Restitution involves the re-establishment of the situation, as far as possible, which had existed prior to the commission of the internationally wrongful act.

Soru 25

I. international minimum standard
II. international maximum standard
III. national treatment
Which one(s) of these statements are among the principal approaches regarding the treatment of aliens (foreign nationals)?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
Only III
D
I-II
E
I-III
Açıklama:
The treatment of aliens (foreign nationals) has been a controversial subject under international law. There are two principal approaches in this respect:
• international minimum standard of treatment which must be accorded to aliens
by all states, irrespective of how they treat their own nationals; and
• national treatment, that is, treatment equal to that given by the concerned state to its own nationals must be accorded to aliens.

Soru 26

Which one of the following stands for the legal remedies which are open to an injured person before the judicial or administrative courts or bodies, whether ordinary or special, of the State alleged to be responsible for causing the injury?

Seçenekler

A
nationality of claims
B
diplomatic protection
C
local remedies
D
preponderance of interests
E
genuine link
Açıklama:
According to Article 14 of the Draft Articles on Diplomatic Protection, local remedies means “legal remedies which are open to an injured person before the judicial or administrative courts or bodies, whether ordinary or special, of the State alleged to be responsible for causing the injury.”

Soru 27

When did the UN General Assembly adopt the Draft Articles on Responsibility of States for Internationally Wrongful Acts?

Seçenekler

A
1999
B
2000
C
2001
D
2002
E
2005
Açıklama:
In 2001, the UN General Assembly adopted the Draft Articles on Responsibility of States for Internationally Wrongful Acts (the Draft Articles), prepared by the International Law Commission (ILC).

Soru 28

In which case the PCIJ affirmed that whena state commits an internationally wrongful actagainst another state, international responsibilityis established “immediately as between the two States” ?

Seçenekler

A
In the Phosphates in Morocco case
B
In The Factory at Charzow case
C
LaGrand case
D
In the Rainbow Warrior arbitration
E
In the Corfu Channel case
Açıklama:
In the Phosphates in Morocco case(Italy v. France, 1938), the PCIJ affirmed that whena state commits an internationally wrongful act
against another state, international responsibilityis established “immediately as between the twoStates” (Judgment, para. 48).

Soru 29

In which case did the ICJ say that the international responsibility of a state is engaged by the action of the competent organs and authorities acting in that state, whatever they may be?

Seçenekler

A
The Gustave Caire v. United Mexican States case
B
In the LaGrand case
C
In the United States Diplomatic and Consular Staff in Tehran case
D
In the Prosecutor v. Tadić case
E
In the Military and Paramilitary Activities in and against Nicaragua case
Açıklama:
In the LaGrandcase (Germany v. United States of America 2001),the ICJ said that the international responsibility of a state is engaged by the action of the competent organs and authorities acting in that state, whatever they may be.

Soru 30

In which case was Iran hold to have breached its obligation to protect the embassy and consular premises and personnel, even prior to its adoption of the acts of the occupying students?

Seçenekler

A
In the Hostages case
B
In the Corfu Channel case
C
In the Gabcikovo-Nagymaros Project case
D
In the Case of De Becker v. Belgium
E
In the LaGrand case
Açıklama:
In the Hostages case (1980), Iran was held to have breached its obligation to protect the embassy and consular premises and personnel, even prior to its adoption of the acts of the occupying students.

Soru 31

In which case had the Permanent Court of International Justice spelled out this linkage between the breach and reparation as follows?
“It is a principle of international law that the breach of an engagement involves an obligation to make reparation in an adequate form. Reparation therefore is the indispensable complement of a failure to apply a convention and there is no necessity for this to be stated in the convention itself” (1927 PCIJ, p. 21)

Seçenekler

A
In the Chorzow Factory case
B
In the Gabcikovo-Nagymaros Project case
C
In the LaGrand case
D
In the Case of De Becker v. Belgium
E
In the Corfu Channel case
Açıklama:
In the Chorzow Factory case, the Permanent Court of International Justice had spelled out this linkage between the breach and reparation as follows:
“It is a principle of international law that the breach of an engagement involves an obligation to make reparation in an adequate form. Reparation therefore is the indispensable complement of a failure to apply a convention and there is no necessity for this to be stated in the convention itself” (1927 PCIJ, p. 21).

Soru 32

"Reparation must wipe out the consequences of the breach, putting the parties as far as possible in the same position as they would have been if the breach had not occurred"
Which principle is related to this pragraph above?

Seçenekler

A
Persona non grata
B
Lex Commissoria
C
Status quo ante
D
Culpa in contrahendo
E
Lex posterior derogat legi priori
Açıklama:
The underlying principle is that reparation must restore the status quo ante (the previous or last contested state before the current state). In other words, reparation must wipe out the consequences of the breach, putting the parties as far as possible in the same position as they would have been if the breach had not occurred.

Soru 33

Which of the following is the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted?

Seçenekler

A
Diplomacy
B
Diplomatic protection
C
Immunity from jurisdiction
D
Immunity from prosecution
E
Privilege from arrest
Açıklama:
Diplomatic protection is the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted. Such protection extends to both natural and legal persons

Soru 34

  1. The act in question must be brought about by an irresistible force or by an unforeseen
    event
  2. Which is beyond the control of the State concerned
  3. Which makes it materially impossible in the circumstances to perform the obligation
Which ones above are elements only where the force majeure as a defense is available?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
I and II
C
II and III
D
I and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
The force majeure as a defense is available only where the following three elements are met:
• the act in question must be brought about by an irresistible force or by an unforeseen
event,
• which is beyond the control of the State concerned, and
• which makes it materially impossible in the circumstances to perform the obligation.

Soru 35

Which of the following is treatment equal to that given by the concerned state to its
own nationals must be accorded to aliens?

Seçenekler

A
National treatment
B
International minimum standard
C
Peremptory norm
D
Cessation
E
Status quo ante
Açıklama:
National treatment, that is, treatment equal to that given by the concerned state to its
own nationals must be accorded to aliens.

Soru 36

Which of the following is defined as a person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state?

Seçenekler

A
Alien
B
Citizen
C
International persons
D
Legal person
E
Natural person
Açıklama:
Alien is defined as a person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state.

Soru 37

Which of the following was not established in The Draft Articles in 2001?

Seçenekler

A
Conditions for an act to qualify as internationally wrongful
B
General defenses to liability
C
Consequences of liability
D
Effects of claims
E
Admissibility of claims
Açıklama:
The Draft Articles established:
  • Admissibility of claims
  • Consequences of liability
  • General defenses to liability
  • Conditions for an act to qualify as internationally wrongful

Soru 38

In which case was Albania held responsible under international law for the explosions which occurred in Albanian waters, and for the damage and loss of human life which resulted there from?

Seçenekler

A
Corfu Channel Case
B
The Factory at Charzow Case
C
Spanish Zone of Morocco Claims
D
Rainbow Warrior Case
E
Phosphates in Morocco Case
Açıklama:
In the Corfu Channel case (Merits) (1949), the International Court of Justice (ICJ) held that Albania “is responsible under international law for the explosions which occurred in Albanian waters, and for the damage and loss of human life which resulted there from.”

Soru 39

Which of the following is false about the Rainbow Warrior case?

Seçenekler

A
Rainbow Warrior was a Greenpeace ship.
B
It sank near Auckland in 1975.
C
French Directorate General of External Security ordered to plant explosives on the ship.
D
New Zealand received an apology and compensation from France.
E
The UN Secretary-General mediated in the matter.
Açıklama:
The Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior was sunk in Auckland harbor by French agents on July 10, 1985, which was an attributable conduct. The French Government subsequently admitted that explosives were planted on the ship by agents on the orders of the Directorate General of External Security. New Zealand sought and received an apology and compensation from France for the violation of its sovereignty (No. 1, 1986). The UN Secretary-General mediated in the matter.

Soru 40

Which of the following terms is defined as "the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted"?

Seçenekler

A
International obligation
B
Breach of an obligation
C
Diplomatic protection
D
Wrongful acts
E
Causation
Açıklama:
Diplomatic protection is the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted.

Soru 41

Which of the following terms refers to "the jurisdiction of a court of law over a proposed action in relation to the passage of time"?

Seçenekler

A
Ratione temporis
B
Fault
C
Culpa
D
Force majeure
E
Consent
Açıklama:
Jurisdiction ratione temporis (temporal jurisdiction) refers to the jurisdiction of a court of law over a proposed action in relation to the passage of time

Soru 42

  1. Protection
  2. Self-Defense
  3. Necessity
  4. Fault
  5. Consent
Which of the circumstances above are enlisted under the heading circumstances precluding wrongfulness in Chapter V of Part One of the Draft Articles?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
I and III
C
II, III and IV
D
II, III and V
E
III, IV and V
Açıklama:
The Draft Articles in Chapter V of Part One enlist these defenses under the heading of “circumstances precluding wrongfulness,” though they are not exclusive. It sets out six circumstances (defenses):
  • Consent
  • Distress
  • Necessity
  • Self-defense
  • Force majeure
  • Countermeasures

Soru 43

I. The act in question must be brought about by an irresistible force or by an unforeseen event, II. Which is beyond the control of the State concerned, III.Which makes it materially impossible in the circumstances to perform the obligation. Which of the elements above are obligatory for force majeure to qualify as a defense?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only III
C
I and III
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
Force majeure as a defense is available only where the following three elements are met:


  • The act in question must be brought about by an irresistible force or by an unforeseen event,


  • Which is beyond the control of the State concerned,

  • Which makes it materially impossible in the circumstances to perform the obligation.

Soru 44

Which of the following terms involves the re-establishment of the situation, as far as possible, which had existed prior to the commission of the internationally wrongful act.

Seçenekler

A
Satisfaction
B
Cessation
C
Non-repetition
D
Treatment
E
Restitution
Açıklama:
Restitution involves the re-establishment of the situation, as far as possible, which had existed prior to the commission of the internationally wrongful act.

Soru 45

Under the law of a particular state, what is a person who is not a citizen of that state called?

Seçenekler

A
Foreigner
B
Stranger
C
Alien
D
Immigrant
E
Inhabitant
Açıklama:
A person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state is called an "alien".

Soru 46

Which of the following terms refers to attaining nationality by descent from parents?

Seçenekler

A
Jus sanguinis
B
Jus soli
C
Associé
D
Siege social
E
Ad hoc
Açıklama:
The two most common ways of attaining nationality are:
  • by descent from parents (jus sanguinis),
  • by birth in the territory of the state (jus soli).

Soru 47

I. conditions for an act to qualify as internationally wrongful
II. general defenses to liability.
III. admissibility of claims.
Which of the above are among the responsibilities of the Draft?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
The Draft establishes the following:
  1. conditions for an act to qualify as internationally wrongful;
  2. circumstances under which actions of officials, private individuals and other entities may be attributed to the state,
  3. general defenses to liability,
  4. the consequences of liability,
  5. admissibility of claims.
As a result, all of the statements are true. The correct option is E.

Soru 48

I. The state is responsible for its own acts,
II. The state is not responsible for the acts of private parties.
III. The state is responsible for the acts of its allies.
Which one of the governing principles are correct?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
I and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
The governing principles are that:
  1. the state is responsible for its own acts, i.e., the acts of its organs or agents.
  2. the state is not responsible for the acts of private parties, unless these acts can be attributed to the state due to special circumstances.
As a result, only the first two sentences are correct. The correct option is C.

Soru 49

It is the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person.
What is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Breach of international obligation
B
Diplomatic protection
C
Culpa
D
Ratione temporis
E
Continuing wrongful act
Açıklama:
Diplomatic protection is the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted. Such protection extends to both natural and legal persons. The correct answer is B.

Soru 50

I. Consent
II. Self-defense
III. Force Majeure
Which of the above is outlined in the circumstances precluding wrongfulness?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
The Draft Articles in Chapter V of Part One enlist these defenses under the heading of “circumstances precluding wrongfulness,” though they are not exclusive. It sets out six circumstances (defenses):
  • Consent (Art. 20),
  • Self-defense (Art. 21),
  • Countermeasures (Art. 22),
  • Force majeure (Art. 23),
  • Distress (Art. 24),
  • Necessity (Art. 25).
As a result, all of the options are correct. The correct option is E.

Soru 51

It precludes the wrongfulness of the conduct taken within the limits laid down by international law.
What's the name of the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Consent
B
Self-Defense
C
Countermeasures
D
Distress
E
Force Majeure
Açıklama:
Self-defense precludes the wrongfulness of the conduct taken within the limits laid down by international law. Article 21 of the Draft Articles states: “The wrongfulness of an act of a State is precluded if the act constitutes a lawful measure of self-defense taken in conformity with the Charter of the United Nations.” The correct answer is B.

Soru 52

I. obligations for the protection of fundamental human rights,
II. obligations of a humanitarian character prohibiting reprisals,
III. other obligations under peremptory norms of general international law.
Which of the above are among the items that Countermeasures cannot affect?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
I and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
Countermeasures shall not affect, that is, cannot suspend:
  1. the obligation to refrain from the threat or use of force as embodied in the Charter of the United Nations,
  2. obligations for the protection of fundamental human rights,
  3. obligations of a humanitarian character prohibiting reprisals,
  4. other obligations under peremptory norms of general international law (Art. 50).
As a result, all of the statements are correct. The correct option is E.

Soru 53

"It involves the re-establishment of the situation, as far as possible, which had existed prior to the commission of the internationally wrongful act."
What's the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Reparation
B
Cessation
C
Satisfaction
D
Compensation
E
Restitution
Açıklama:
Restitution involves the re-establishment of the situation, as far as possible, which had existed prior to the commission of the internationally wrongful act. The correct answer is E.

Soru 54

I. by descent from parents.
II. by paying nationality fee.
III. by birth in the territory of the state.
Which of the above are of the ways of attaining nationality?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
I and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
Two of the most common ways to attaining nationality are by descent from parents (jus sanguinis) and by birth in the territory of the state (jus soli). Therefore, the correct answer is D.

Soru 55

"A person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state."
What's the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Alien
B
Limitation
C
National treatment
D
International minimum standard
E
Natural persons
Açıklama:
A person who, under the law of a particular state, is not a citizen of that state is called alien. The correct answer is A.

Soru 56

I. the act in question must be brought about by an irresistible force or by an unforeseen event,
II. which is beyond the control of the State concerned,
III. which makes it materially impossible in the circumstances to perform the obligation.
Which of the above is necessary for force majeure to be available?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
Force majeure as a defense is available only where the following three elements are met:
I. the act in question must be brought about by an irresistible force or by an unforeseen event,
II. which is beyond the control of the State concerned,
III. which makes it materially impossible in the circumstances to perform the obligation.
Therefore, all the statements are true. The correct answer is E.

Soru 57

What type of responsibility do The Draft Articles deal with?

Seçenekler

A
Responsibility of states
B
Responsibility of individuals
C
Responsibility of international organizations
D
Responsibility of non-governmental organizations
E
Responsibility of corporations
Açıklama:
The Draft Articles deal only with the responsibility of states.

Soru 58

Which of the following is NOT among the factors that have established the international responsibility of individuals for their criminal acts?

Seçenekler

A
The establishment of the International Criminal Tribunal for Yugoslavia
B
The Special Court for Sierra Leone
C
The establishment of International Criminal Court
D
The establishment of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
E
The Spanish Zone of Morocco Claims
Açıklama:
Since the end of the Second World War, international responsibility of individuals in the criminal field has witnessed remarkable development. The Nuremberg and Tokyo trials, the establishment of the International Criminal Tribunals for Yugoslavia (1993) and Rwanda (1994), the Special Court for Sierra Leone (2002), and the establishment of International Criminal Court (2002) have established the responsibility of individuals for their criminal acts. The Spanish Zone of Morocco Claims is not one of these factors.

Soru 59

Which Article of the Draft Articles makes it clear that the “individual responsibility under international law of any person acting on behalf of a State” is distinct from the State responsibility?

Seçenekler

A
Article 56
B
Article 57
C
Article 58
D
Article 59
E
Article 60
Açıklama:
Article 58 of the Draft Articles makes it clear that the “individual responsibility under international law of any person acting on behalf of a State” is distinct from the State responsibility.

Soru 60

In which court case The Claims Commission held that the ultra vires acts of officials were attributable to the
state?

Seçenekler

A
The Gustave Caire v. United Mexican States case
B
The United States Diplomatic and Consular Staff in Tehran case
C
The Prosecutor v. Tadić case
D
The Military and Paramilitary Activities in and against Nicaragua case
E
The Hostages case
Açıklama:
The Gustave Caire v. United Mexican States case (Caire case, 1929) concerned the murder of a French national by two Mexican officers. The Claims Commission held that the ultra vires acts of officials were attributable to the state and stated that “the two officers, even if they are deemed to have acted outside their competence, acted under cover of their status as officers and used means placed at their disposal on account of that status.” They must have acted in all appearance as competent officials or organs, as they must have used powers or methods appropriate to their official capacity (5 UNRIAA 516).

Soru 61

In which court case Albania was held liable for its failure to warn the United Kingdom of the presence of mines in Albanian waters which had been laid by a third state?

Seçenekler

A
Corfu Channel case
B
Hostages case
C
Gustave Caire v. United Mexican States case
D
Prosecutor v. Tadić case
E
LaGrand case
Açıklama:
In the Corfu Channel case (ICJ 1949), Albania was held liable for its failure to warn the United Kingdom of the presence of mines in Albanian waters which had been laid by a third state.

Soru 62

In which article of the Draft Articles it is stated that “There is a breach of an international obligation by a state when an act of that state is not in conformity with what is required by that obligation, regardless of its origin or character”?

Seçenekler

A
Article 9
B
Article 10
C
Article 11
D
Article 12
E
Article 13
Açıklama:
“There is a breach of an international obligation by a state when an act of that state is not in conformity with what is required by that obligation, regardless of its origin or character” (Article 12, Draft Articles).

Soru 63

Which Article of the Draft Articles states that “An act of a State does not constitute a breach of an international obligation unless the State is bound by the obligation in question at the time the act occurs.”?

Seçenekler

A
Article 11
B
Article 12
C
Article 13
D
Article 14
E
Article 15
Açıklama:
Article 13 of the Draft Articles states the basic principle: “An act of a State does not constitute a breach of an international obligation unless the State is bound by the obligation in question at the time the act occurs.” Hence, it is important to examine at what point an obligation entered into force for the state, when it ceased to bind the state, or when it was terminated.

Soru 64

Which term refers to the jurisdiction of a court of law over a proposed action in relation to the passage of time?

Seçenekler

A
Jurisdiction ratione temporis
B
Prima facie responsibility
C
Non-retrospectivity
D
Ultra vires
E
Jus cogens
Açıklama:
Jurisdiction ratione temporis (temporal jurisdiction) refers to the jurisdiction of a court of law over a proposed action in relation to the passage of time (USLegal.com).

Soru 65

Which of the following is NOT one of the defenses listed in The Draft Articles in Chapter V of Part One, under the heading of “circumstances precluding wrongfulness”?

Seçenekler

A
Self-defense
B
Countermeasures
C
Force majeure
D
Distress
E
Cooperation
Açıklama:
International law recognizes certain grounds justifying or excusing non-compliance by a state with its international obligations. These defenses preclude the responsibility of a state for its wrongful conduct. The Draft Articles in Chapter V of Part One enlist these defenses under the heading of “circumstances precluding wrongfulness,” though they are not exclusive. It sets out six circumstances (defenses):
• Consent (Art. 20),
• Self-defense (Art. 21),
• Countermeasures (Art. 22),
• Force majeure (Art. 23), • Distress (Art. 24),
• Necessity (Art. 25).
Cooperation is not among the defenses listed in The Draft Articles.

Soru 66

In which case the ICJ accepted that countermeasures might justify otherwise unlawful conduct “taken in response to a previous international wrongful act of another State”?

Seçenekler

A
The LaGrand case
B
The Gabcikovo-Nagymaros Project case
C
The Caire case
D
The Corfu Channel case
E
The Case of De Becker v. Belgium
Açıklama:
In the Gabcikovo-Nagymaros Project case, the ICJ accepted that countermeasures might justify otherwise unlawful conduct “taken in response to a previous international wrongful act of another State” (ICJ 1997, p. 55).

Soru 67

Which of the below do the Draft Articles NOT establish?

Seçenekler

A
General defenses to liability
B
The consequences of liability
C
Admissibility of claims
D
The use of armed force
E
Conditions for an act to qualify as internationally wrongful
Açıklama:
the Draft Articles are “secondary rules” that
address basic issues of responsibility and remedies
available for breach of primary (substantive) rules
of international law, such as with respect to the use
of armed force. The Draft establishes the following:
• conditions for an act to qualify as
internationally wrongful;
• circumstances under which actions of
officials, private individuals and other
entities may be attributed to the state,
• general defenses to liability,
• the consequences of liability, and
• admissibility of claims.

Soru 68

Which one of the following is a reason for a respondent state to justify its action?

Seçenekler

A
Breach of territorial law
B
Not recognizing the state
C
Force majeure
D
Attritution
E
Absence of valid legal excuse
Açıklama:
There are three important elements regarding
state responsibility: attribution (imputability),
breach (causation), and the absence of any valid
justification or legal excuse.
The respondent state may justify its action
by claiming self-defense or force majeure (superior
or irresistible force) for its non-performance.

Soru 69

If an order for an act of the state involves some action or omission by its actor or actors, then what element regarding state responbility occurs?

Seçenekler

A
Attribution (imputability)
B
Breach (causation)
C
Absence of valid justification
D
Force majeure
E
Self-defense
Açıklama:
Conduct attributable to the state may consist
of actions or omissions. For a particular conduct to
be characterized as an internationally wrongful act,
it must first be attributable to the state to create
its responsibility either generally or specifically in
certain circumstances. In order for an act of the
state to be attributable, it must involve some action
or omission by its actor or actors. Then the question
remains as to which persons should be considered as
acting on behalf of the state. The official position of
a person is immaterial to creating responsibility for
the state.

Soru 70

As per the attribution element; "To give rise to legal responsibility, it would have to be proved that a state has effective control of operations."
In which case was it stated that “degree of control may, however, vary according to the factual circumstances of each
case” ?

Seçenekler

A
Military and Paramilitary Activities in and against Nicaragua
B
Prosecutor v. Tadić
C
The United States Diplomatic and Consular Staff in Tehran
D
Phosphates in Morocco
E
The Factory at Charzow
Açıklama:
In the Prosecutor v. Tadić
case, the Appeals Chamber of the International
Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) stated
that the “degree of control may, however, vary
according to the factual circumstances of each
case” (Case IT-94-1: (1999), vol. 38, p. 1518).
The conduct of persons or groups is attributable to
the state if the persons or groups have committed
acts under the effective control of that state, even
if particular instructions may have been ignored.

Soru 71

"A State may be responsible for the conduct which
is clearly in excess of authority if the official has
used his/her official position."
In which case were the acts found attributable to the state?

Seçenekler

A
Gustave Caire v. United Mexican States
B
Military and Paramilitary Activities in and against Nicaragua
C
United States Diplomatic and Consular Staff in Tehran
D
The Factory at Charzow
E
Phosphates in Morocco
Açıklama:
A State may be responsible for the conduct which
is clearly in excess of authority if the official has
used his/her official position. The Gustave Caire
v. United Mexican States case (Caire case, 1929)
concerned the murder of a French national by two
Mexican officers. The Claims Commission held that
the ultra vires acts of officials were attributable to the
state and stated that “the two officers, even if they
are deemed to have acted outside their competence,
acted under cover of their status as officers and used
means placed at their disposal on account of that
status.” They must have acted in all appearance as
competent officials or organs, as they must have
used powers or methods appropriate to their official
capacity

Soru 72

"The procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted."
What is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
International obligation
B
State responsilibity
C
Legal compensation
D
Diplomatic protection
E
Causation
Açıklama:
Diplomatic protection is the procedure employed
by the State of nationality of the injured person to
secure protection of that person, and to obtain
reparation for the internationally wrongful act
inflicted. Such protection extends to both natural
and legal persons.

Soru 73

Which one the following is true for attributing responsibility to a state for the breach of an international obligation?

Seçenekler

A
There is no need for a casual connection between the act and the breach by the state
B
The State cannot be held responsible for the acts of its officials or organs
C
Responsibility is always based on fault
D
Fault is necessary for responsibility with regard to the alleged conduct of the state
E
If the act is deliberate, consideration of fault has a significant
role
Açıklama:
In attributing responsibility to a state for the
breach of an international obligation, fault or culpa
is a debatable issue. According to the supporters of
‘objective responsibility’ doctrine, there should be
a casual connection between the act and the breach
by the state or by its organs.
The State is responsible for the acts of its officials
or organs, which may devolve upon it despite the
absence of any fault on its part.
Accordingly, there is no clear rule that
responsibility is always based on fault or that
responsibility is independent of fault. Hence
there is no clear presumption either way.
If the act is carried out
deliberately, consideration of fault has insignificant
role. Therefore, much depends on the context and
on the interpretation of the obligation breached.
The international law on state responsibility, as
stated in the Draft Articles (2-12), does not consider
fault as a prerequisite for an act or omission to be
characterized as an international wrong. However,
the case law points to the conclusion that fault is a
necessary condition for responsibility with regard
to the alleged conduct of the state

Soru 74

Which one is NOT a legal excuse for breach of international law?

Seçenekler

A
Consent
B
Self-defense
C
Non-recognition
D
Countermeasures
E
Distress
Açıklama:
International law recognizes certain grounds
justifying or excusing non-compliance by a state
with its international obligations. These defenses
preclude the responsibility of a state for its
wrongful conduct. The Draft Articles in Chapter V
of Part One enlist these defenses under the heading
of “circumstances precluding wrongfulness,”
though they are not exclusive. It sets out six
circumstances (defenses):
• Consent (Art. 20),
• Self-defense (Art. 21),
• Countermeasures (Art. 22),
• Force majeure (Art. 23),
• Distress (Art. 24),
• Necessity (Art. 25).

Soru 75

If any act occurs by an irresistable force or by an unforeseen event, which circumstance can a state take advantage of?

Seçenekler

A
Consent
B
Self-defense
C
Countermeasure
D
Force majeure
E
Distress
Açıklama:
Force majeure as a defense is available only
where the following three elements are met:
• the act in question must be brought about
by an irresistible force or by an unforeseen
event,
• which is beyond the control of the State
concerned, and
• which makes it materially impossible in the
circumstances to perform the obligation

Soru 76

In the case of an internationally wrongful act, which one of the below is NOT a legal consequence for the responsible state?

Seçenekler

A
Cessation
B
Capitulation
C
Restitution
D
Compensation
E
Satisfaction
Açıklama:
The core legal consequences for the responsible
state on the commission of an internationally
wrongful act are twofold: to cease the wrongful
conduct (Art. 30) and to make full reparation for
the injury caused by the internationally wrongful
act (Art. 31). Injury includes any damage, whether
material or moral, caused by the internationally
wrongful act of a state.
These consist of cessation, non-repetition, restitution, compensation, and satisfaction.

Soru 77

I. General defenses to liability
II. Admissibility of claims
III. the consequences of admissibility
Which of the ones stated above is among the topics established in th Draft Articles on Responsibility of States for Internationally Wrongful Acts adopted by UN in 2001?

Seçenekler

A
Only I.
B
I & II.
C
Only III.
D
I & III.
E
Only II.
Açıklama:
The Draft establishes the following:
• conditions for an act to qualify as internationally wrongful;
• circumstances under which actions of officials, private individuals and other entities may be attributed to the state,
• general defenses to liability,
• the consequences of liability, and
• admissibility of claims.
Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 78

"There is a conduct consisting of an action or omission which is attributable to the State under international law and constitutes a breach of an international obligation of the State."
Which of the followings best describes the situations explained above?

Seçenekler

A
Jus cogens.
B
Internationally wrongful act.
C
Force majeure.
D
Absolute.
E
State responsibility.
Açıklama:
The international responsibility of a State results from an omission or commission of an internationally wrongful act. An internationally wrongful act of a state presupposes that there is a conduct consisting of an action or omission which (a) is attributable to the State under international law and (b) constitutes a breach of an international obligation of the State. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 79

"The procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted"
Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Breach.
B
Force majeure.
C
An omission.
D
Diplomatic protection.
E
An internationally wrongful act.
Açıklama:
Diplomatic protection is the procedure employed by the State of nationality of the injured person to secure protection of that person, and to obtain reparation for the internationally wrongful act inflicted. Such protection extends to both natural and legal persons. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 80

"This is the term used when an act of that state is not in conformity with what is required by that obligation, regardless of its origin or character."
Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Diplomatic protection.
B
Force majeure.
C
A breach of an international obligation.
D
Self-defense.
E
An internationally wrongful act.
Açıklama:
In determining the responsibility of a state, it is necessary to establish that the given conduct attributable to a state constitutes a breach of its international obligations. “There is a breach of an international obligation by a state when an act of that state is not in conformity with what is required by that obligation, regardless of its origin or character”. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 81

In attributing responsibility to a state for the breach of an international obligation, which of the followings is a debatable issue?

Seçenekler

A
Harm.
B
Diplomatic protection.
C
Damage.
D
Force majeure.
E
Culpa.
Açıklama:
In attributing responsibility to a state for the breach of an international obligation, fault or culpa is a debatable issue. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 82

"The jurisdiction of a court of law over a proposed action in relation to the passage of time."
Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Ratione temporis.
B
Culpa.
C
Force majeure.
D
Jus cogens.
E
Diplomatic protection.
Açıklama:
Jurisdiction ratione temporis (temporal jurisdiction) refers to the jurisdiction of a court of law over a proposed action in relation to the passage of time. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 83

International law recognizes certain grounds justifying or excusing non-compliance by a state with its international obligations. Which of the followings is not one of these grounds?

Seçenekler

A
Force majeure.
B
Necessity.
C
Consent.
D
Colonization.
E
Self-defense.
Açıklama:
The Draft Articles in Chapter V of Part One enlist these defenses under the heading of “circumstances precluding wrongfulness,” though they are not exclusive. It sets out six circumstances (defenses):
• Consent (Art. 20),
• Self-defense (Art. 21),
• Countermeasures (Art. 22),
• Force majeure (Art. 23),
• Distress (Art. 24),
• Necessity (Art. 25)
Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 84

I. obligation to refrain from the threat or use of force as embodied in the Charter of the United Nations,
II. obligations for the protection of local national laws,
III. obligations of a humanitarian character prohibiting reprisals.
Which of the ones stated above is among the points that cannot suspended by countermeasures?

Seçenekler

A
Only I.
B
I & III.
C
Only II.
D
I, II & III.
E
Only III.
Açıklama:
Countermeasures shall not affect, that is, cannot suspend:
• the obligation to refrain from the threat or use of force as embodied in the Charter of the United Nations,
• obligations for the protection of fundamental human rights,
• obligations of a humanitarian character prohibiting reprisals,
• other obligations under peremptory norms of general international law
Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 85

I. An act brought about by an irresistible force,
II. Under the control of the State concerned,
III. Material impossibility.
Which of the elements listed above makes force majeure available as a defense?

Seçenekler

A
I, II & III.
B
I & III.
C
I & II.
D
II & III.
E
Only III.
Açıklama:
force majeure as a defense is available only where the following three elements are met:
• the act in question must be brought about by an irresistible force or by an unforeseen event,
• which is beyond the control of the State concerned, and
• which makes it materially impossible in the circumstances to perform the obligation
Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 86

"Defense is limited to cases where human life is at stake."
The statement above is the fundamental condition for which one of the followings?

Seçenekler

A
Force Majeure.
B
Necessity.
C
Self-Defense.
D
Distress.
E
Consent.
Açıklama:
Distress operates to excuse the wrongfulness of an act if the author of the act had “no other reasonable way, in a situation of distress, of saving the author’s life or the lives of other persons entrusted to the author’s care”. The wrongfulness of the conduct is precluded in circumstances where the state agent had no other reasonable way of saving life. Thus, defense is limited to cases where human life is at stake. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Ünite 7

Soru 1

Which of the following explains why classical international law did not focus on international crimes historically?

Seçenekler

A
Because individuals were considered as objects of international law.
B
Because international crimes have become common recently.
C
Because individuals did not commit crimes outside of their home country.
D
Because international crimes have become a sideproduct of globalization.
E
Because the narrow definition of crimes covered only local crimes before globalization.
Açıklama:
Classical international law did not focus on international crimes, because individuals were considered as objects (rather than subjects) of international law. Individuals were not endowed with any rights or duties, with the exception of piracy, under international law that could be enforced by any state under its municipal law.

Soru 2

Which of the following is one of the two International Military tribunals set up for adjudicating crimes committed during the Second World War?

Seçenekler

A
The Special Tribunal for Lebanon
B
The Tokyo Tribunal
C
The European Court of Justice
D
The European Court of Human Rights
E
The International Criminal Court
Açıklama:
After the Second World War, revolutionary changes came in this area. The Allied powers set up two International Military Tribunals (Nuremberg Tribunal in 1945 and Tokyo Tribunal in 1946) to try the criminals who committed war crimes, crimes against humanity, crimes against peace, and conspiracy to commit these crimes.

Soru 3

- - - were NOT one of the counts of offenses listed in the Charter of Nuremberg and Tokyo Tribunals?
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Crimes against peace
B
War crimes
C
Propaganda crimes
D
Crimes against humanity
E
Conspiracies to commit certain crimes
Açıklama:
The Charter of Nuremberg and Tokyo tribunals had four counts of offenses:
• Crimes against peace, i.e., beginning a war of aggression by planning, preparation or initiation, or in violation of treaties, such as the Hague Conventions of 1899, 1907, the Treaty of Versailles, violation of Mutual Non-aggression Pact by Germany with France, Belgium and Poland, and the 1928 Kellogg-Briand Pact.
• War crimes, i.e., crimes under the laws of war, which included violation of customary and conventional rules and regulations relating to warfare.
• Crimes against humanity, i.e., inhuman treatment (murder or persecution) on racial or religious grounds during war and in occupied territories.
• Conspiracy to commit these crimes

Soru 4

Which of the following organizations started the attempts to establish an international permanent criminal court in 1920?

Seçenekler

A
The League of Nations
B
The Mechanism for International Criminal Tribunals
C
The Preparatory Committee on the Establishment of an International Criminal Court
D
The Committee on International Criminal Jurisdiction
E
The Committee of Jurists
Açıklama:
Consisting mainly of judges from the victorious States was in violation of the principle of nemo judex in causa sua (no one can be a judge in his own case).

Soru 5

Which of the following is NOT among the organs of the International Criminal Court?

Seçenekler

A
Office of Translation
B
Trial Division
C
Pre-Trial Division
D
Office of the Prosecuter
E
Registry
Açıklama:
The Court is composed of the following organs (Art.34):
• the Presidency;
• an Appeals Division, a Trial Division, and a Pre-Trial Division;
• the Office of the Prosecutor;
• the Registry.

Soru 6

Which of the following is NOT among the crimes against humanity as outlined by Article 7 of the Rome Statute of the ICC?

Seçenekler

A
Extermination
B
Genocide
C
Enslavement
D
Apartheid
E
Torture
Açıklama:
Article 7 defines crimes against humanity as acts when “committed as part of a widespread or systematic attack directed against any civilian population, with knowledge of the attack.” Under this, it lists the following acts:
• murder;
• extermination;
• enslavement;
• deportation or forcible transfer of population;
• imprisonment or other severe deprivation of physical liberty in violation of fundamental rules of international law;
• torture;
• rape, sexual slavery, enforced prostitution, forced pregnancy, enforced sterilization, or any other form of sexual violence of comparable gravity;
• persecution against any identifiable group or collectivity on political, racial, national, ethnic, cultural, religious, gender grounds that are universally recognized as impermissible under international law;
• enforced disappearance of persons;
• the crime of apartheid;
• other inhumane acts of a similar character intentionally causing great suffering, or serious injury to body or to mental or physical health.

Soru 7

Which of the following is NOT among the reasons indicating that a person shall not be criminally responsible as outlined in Article 31 of the Rome Statute of the ICC?

Seçenekler

A
S/he suffers from a mental disease
B
S/he is in a state of intoxication
C
the conduct is compatible with the person's social norms and values
D
S/he defends herself/himself or another person
E
the conduct has been caused by duress
Açıklama:
According to Article 31 of the Statute, person shall not be criminally responsible if, at the time of that person’s conduct):
• he/she was suffering from a mental disease or defect that destroys that person’s capacity to appreciate the unlawfulness or nature of his or her conduct;
• the person is in a state of intoxication that destroys that person’s capacity to appreciate the unlawfulness or nature of his or her conduct;
• the person acts reasonably to defend himself or herself or another person or, in the case of war crimes, property which is essential for the survival of the person or another person;
• the conduct which is alleged to constitute a crime within the jurisdiction of the Court has been caused by duress.

Soru 8

When do terrorist acts amount to an international crime?

Seçenekler

A
When acts are not limited to one particular state but spill over to other states in their effects
B
When acts harm certain ethnic or indigineous groups in a country
C
When acts are directed to remove the elected officials of a state from office
D
When acts performed in one country is against the customs of another country
E
When acts are carried out in a country with the intention to create an international effect
Açıklama:
An act of terrorism amounting to international crime should have an international element, that is, it should involve two or more states. Terrorist activities carried out within a state are criminal offences punishable under the relevant laws of the state concerned. On the other hand, terrorist acts amount to an international crime when:
• Acts are not limited to one particular state but spill over to other states in their effects;
• Acts are carried out with the support or acquiescence of the state where the terrorist organization is located, or they are state-sponsored terrorist acts; and
• Acts are carried out on a large scale and are serious in nature, hence they are the concern of international community and a threat to international peace.

Soru 9

Which one of the following acts is not among the international crimes?

Seçenekler

A
aircraft hijacking
B
trafficking in women and children
C
counterfeiting of currency
D
drug and narcotics addiction
E
kidnapping of diplomats
Açıklama:
The conclusion of numerous other treaties have made the following acts international crimes: aircraft hijacking, unlawful acts against the safety of civil aviation, trafficking in women and children, trafficking in narcotic drugs, counterfeiting of currency, kidnapping of diplomats and taking of hostages

Soru 10

Which of the following, as a priciple of criminal law, refers to the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused?

Seçenekler

A
Actus reus
B
Mens rea
C
De jure
D
Counterfeiting
E
Bona fide
Açıklama:
mens rea: the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused

Soru 11

Which one of the following ad hoc tribunals was created to investigate the assassination of Rafik el-Hariri?

Seçenekler

A
The Special Court for Sierra Leone (2002)
B
The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (2003)
C
The Special Tribunal for Lebanon (2006)
D
The East Timor Special Panels for Serious Crimes (2005)
E
The International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg (1945)
Açıklama:
Special Tribunal for Lebanon (2006) (investigating the assassination of Rafik elHariri)

Soru 12

Which of the following was not among the counts of offences in the Charter of the Nuremberg and Tokyo International Military Tribunals?

Seçenekler

A
Kidnapping of diplomats
B
Crimes against peace
C
War crimes
D
Crimes against humanity
E
Conspiracy to commit certain crimes
Açıklama:
The Charter of these tribunals had four countsbof offences:
• Crimes against peace, i.e., beginning a war of aggression by planning, preparation or initiation, or in violation of treaties, such as the Hague Conventions of 1899, 1907, the Treaty of Versailles, violation of Mutual Non-aggression Pact by Germany with France, Belgium and Poland, and the 1928 Kellogg-Briand Pact.
• War crimes, i.e., crimes under the laws of war, which included violation of customary and conventional rules and regulations relating to warfare.
• Crimes against humanity, i.e., inhuman treatment (murder or persecution) on racial or religious grounds during war and in occupied territories.
• Conspiracy to commit these crimes.

Soru 13

I. The Tribunal manifests the failure of the United Nations Security Council.
II. The Tribunal has awarded very severe sentences for offenders.
III. The Tribunal has been claimed to be antidemocratic and in violation of national sovereignty.
Which one(s) of the above is/are among the criticisms directed at the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY)?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
Only III
D
I and III
E
I, II, and III
Açıklama:
The ICTY has also been criticized, among others, for the following reasons:
The Tribunal manifests the failure of the UN Security Council
The Tribunal has awarded very mild sentences
The Tribunal has been claimed to be antidemocratic and in violation of national
sovereignty and formed part of coercive order created by the Security Council.

Soru 14

How many judges does International Criminal Court consist of?

Seçenekler

A
15
B
16
C
17
D
18
E
19
Açıklama:
Article 36 of the Rome Statute outlines the qualifications and procedure of election of the judges of the Court. The ICC consists of 18 judges. The number may be increased on a proposal of the Presidency, indicating the reasons for the increase

Soru 15

Which one of the following is not one of the main organs of ICC?

Seçenekler

A
Presidency
B
Trial Division
C
Judiciary Affairs
D
Office of the Prosecutor
E
Registry
Açıklama:
The Court is composed of the following organs (Art.34):
• the Presidency;
• an Appeals Division, a Trial Division, and a Pre-Trial Division;
• the Office of the Prosecutor;
• the Registry

Soru 16

Which one of the following organs of ICC is responsible for the non-judicial aspects of the administration and servicing of the Court?

Seçenekler

A
Presidency
B
Registry
C
Trial Division
D
Office of the Prosecutor
E
Pre-Trial Division
Açıklama:
The Registry of the Court is headed by a Registrar, who is the principal administrative officer of the Court. The Registrar exercises his/ her functions under the authority of the President of the Court. The Registry is responsible for the non-judicial aspects of the administration and servicing of the Court

Soru 17

I. killing members of the group
II. forcibly transferring children of the group to another group
III. the crime of apartheid
Which one(s) of these acts is/are regarded as genocide under the Rome Statute?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only II
C
Only III
D
I-II
E
II-III
Açıklama:
Under the Rome Statute, “genocide” means any of the following acts committed with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group:
• killing members of the group;
• causing serious bodily or mental harm to members of the group;
• deliberately inflicting on the group conditions of life calculated to bring about
its physical destruction in whole or in part;
• imposing measures intended to prevent births within the group; and
• forcibly transferring children of the group to another group.

Soru 18

Which one of the following terms stands for the principle that the Court will only prosecute an individual if states are unwilling or unable to prosecute?

Seçenekler

A
The principle of complementarity
B
Nullum crimen sine lege
C
Nulla poena sine lege
D
Non-retroactivity ratione personae
E
Ne bis in idem
Açıklama:
The important aspect in the exercise of jurisdiction by the ICC is that it is complimentary to the national criminal justice systems. The principle of complementarity means that the Court will only prosecute an individual if states are unwilling or unable to prosecute

Soru 19

The most recent addition to the list of international crimes is:

Seçenekler

A
Trafficking in women and children.
B
Trafficking in narcotic drugs.
C
Counterfeiting of currency.
D
Aircraft hijacking.
E
International terrorism.
Açıklama:
The conclusion of numerous other treaties have made the following acts international crimes: aircraft hijacking, unlawful acts against the safety of civil aviation, trafficking in women and children, trafficking in narcotic drugs, counterfeiting of currency, kidnapping of diplomats and taking of hostages. The most recent addition to this list of international crimes is international terrorism. The absence of any judicial tribunal to try the perpetrators of these crimes left the matter to the states concerned to prosecute and punish them. As a result, there is no uniformity in the substantive and procedural rules in this regard.

Soru 20

The intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused is called:

Seçenekler

A
Nemo judex in causa sua.
B
Actus reus.
C
Mens rea.
D
Ultra vires.
E
Kambanda.
Açıklama:
Mens rea: the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused. A fundamental principle of Criminal Law is that a crime consists of both a mental and a physical element. Mens rea is the mental element, i.e. a person’s awareness of the fact that his or her conduct is criminal, and actus reus is the physical element, i.e., the act itself.

Soru 21

The Draft Code of Offences Against the Peace and Security of Mankind was formulated in:

Seçenekler

A
1945
B
1951
C
1957
D
1967
E
1988
Açıklama:
Following on the judgments of the Nuremberg and Tokyo International Military Tribunals, in 1951 the International Law Commission (ILC), in pursuance of the General Assembly resolution, formulated a Draft Code of Offences Against the Peace and Security of Mankind. The Code embodied the principles of the Nuremberg trial.
The Code made reference to “persons” as guilty of crimes against the peace and security of mankind in an attempt to prevent them from sheltering behind the abstract entity of state.

Soru 22

The Tokyo and Nuremberg Tribunal were criticized for the following reasons, except:

Seçenekler

A
The trials were in violation of the principle of nullum poena sine lege (no punishment
without law).
B
Trials were an imposition of ex post facto law, giving retrospective operation to a crime that was not punishable at the time of its commission.
C
The tribunals were constituted by the victorious powers, whose impartiality in delivering the judgments was doubtful.
D
The tribunals only punished heads of States, ministers and high military and administrative functionaries.
E
The plea of superior orders has great relevance in the discipline of the armed forces, and it was rejected by the Tribunals without any concrete reason.
Açıklama:
The legality of these trials and the judgments were widely criticized on the following
grounds: the trials were in violation of the principle of nullum poena sine lege (no punishment without law), trials were an imposition of ex post facto law, giving retrospective operation to a crime that was not punishable at the time of its commission, the tribunals were constituted by the victorious powers, whose impartiality in delivering the judgments was doubtful, consisting mainly of judges from the victorious States was in violation of the principle of nemo judex in causa sua (no one can be a judge in his own case), the plea of superior orders has great relevance in the discipline of the armed forces, and it was rejected by the Tribunals without any concrete reason.

Soru 23

The first International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) was established in:

Seçenekler

A
1991
B
1993
C
1997
D
1999
E
2004
Açıklama:
Alarmed at the scale of violations of international humanitarian law and to ensure that these atrocities against civilians are halted and effectively redressed, in May 1993 the Security Council, acting under Chapter VII of the Charter, established the first International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY).

Soru 24

Which of the following is true regarding the International Criminal Court?

Seçenekler

A
The attempts to establish an international permanent criminal court started in 1945.
B
The International Criminal Court was created under the Geneva Statute adopted in 2002.
C
The International Criminal Court consists of 10 judges.
D
Judges shall hold office for a term of five years and can be re-elected.
E
The judges shall be elected by secret ballot at a meeting of the Assembly of States Parties.
Açıklama:
The ICC consists of 18 judges. The number may be increased on a proposal of the Presidency, indicating the reasons for the increase. The judges shall be elected by secret ballot at a meeting of the Assembly of States Parties. Judges shall hold office for a term of nine years and shall not be eligible for re-election.

Soru 25

The organ of International Criminal Court responsible for the non-judicial aspects of the administration and servicing of the Court is:

Seçenekler

A
The Appeals Division.
B
The Office of the Prosecutor.
C
The Pre-Trial Division.
D
The Registry.
E
The Trial Division.
Açıklama:
The Registry is responsible for the non-judicial aspects of the administration and servicing of the Court. The Registrar is elected by the judges by an absolute majority through secret ballot, taking into account any recommendation by the Assembly of States Parties. If the need arises, in the same manner the judges can elect a Deputy Registrar upon the recommendation of the Registrar.

Soru 26

"The use of armed force by a State against the sovereignty, territorial integrity or political independence of another State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the Charter of the United Nations" is the definition for:

Seçenekler

A
Act of aggression.
B
Genocide.
C
War crime.
D
Extermination.
E
Crime against humanity.
Açıklama:
An “act of aggression” has been defined as “the use of armed force by a State against the sovereignty, territorial integrity or political independence of another State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the Charter of the United Nations” (Art. 8bis (2)), i.e., without the justification of self-defense or authorization by the Security Council. The definition contains a list of seven acts of aggression (for example, invasion by
armed forces, military occupation, annexation by the use of force, bombardment and blockade of ports) that are identical/influenced by the UN General Assembly resolution 3314 (XXIX) of 14 December 1974 on the definition of Aggression.

Soru 27

The principle of complementarity implies that:

Seçenekler

A
To initiate an investigation, the Prosecutor must have a reasonable basis to believe that a crime within the jurisdiction of the Court has been or is being committed.
B
The Prosecutor shall not initiate an investigation unless there are substantial reasons to believe that an investigation would serve the interests of justice while also “taking into account all the circumstances, including the gravity of the crime, the interests of victims and the age or infirmity of the alleged perpetrator”.
C
The International Crime Court can exercise the jurisdiction falling within the scope of the Statute only when the situation has been referred to the Prosecutor by a State party to the Statute.
D
The International Crime Court has jurisdiction only with respect to crimes committed after the entry into force of the Rome Statute, i.e., on or after July 1, 2002.
E
The International Criminal Court will only prosecute an individual if states are unwilling or unable to prosecute.
Açıklama:
The important aspect in the exercise of jurisdiction by the ICC is that it is complementary to the national criminal justice systems. The principle of complementarity means that the Court will only prosecute an individual if states are unwilling or unable to prosecute. The ICC does not replace the national courts. On the contrary, national courts enjoy priority over the ICC.

Soru 28

For an act to be considered international terrorism, it must include one or all the following elements, except:

Seçenekler

A
The act must constitute a criminal offence under most national legal systems, such
as murder, kidnapping, hostage-taking, bombing, torture.
B
The act must be motivated by private motives.
C
The act must be aimed at compelling a state to do an act by spreading terror.
D
The act must be aimed at compelling an international organization to abstain from doing any act, by means of violent action .
E
The act should have an international element, which means it should not be confined to the territory of one state.
Açıklama:
One can conclude that terrorism as an international crime has the following elements:
the act must constitute a criminal offence under most national legal systems, such
as murder, kidnapping, hostage-taking,bombing, torture, etc.; the act must be aimed at compelling a state, an international organization, or a nonstate entity to do or to abstain from doing any act, either by spreading terror or by means of violent action or threat; the act must be motivated by political, religious, or otherwise ideological reasons and not by private motives. Besides all the elements stated above it should have an international element, which means that the act should not be confined to the territory of one state,

Soru 29

Which of the followings refers to an action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused?

Seçenekler

A
Mens rea.
B
Actus reus.
C
Ratione personae.
D
Rome statute.
E
Ultra vires.
Açıklama:
Page 180.
actus reus (guilty act): action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused. Therefore, the correct option is B

Soru 30

Which of the followings refers to the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused?

Seçenekler

A
Mens rea.
B
Actus reus.
C
Ratione personae.
D
Rome statute.
E
Ultra vires.
Açıklama:
Page 180.
mens rea: the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 31

After which of the followings was the constitution of international military tribunals heralded?

Seçenekler

A
First World War.
B
Second World War.
C
Gulf War.
D
Fall of Berlin Wall.
E
Korean War.
Açıklama:
Page 181.
The end of the Second World War heralded the constitution of international military tribunals to try war-related crimes. With the end of the Cold War in the early 1990s, the world also witnessed the establishment of international criminal tribunals that would deal with crimes resulted mainly from internal armed conflicts. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 32

"The Nuremberg and Tokyo trials held at the end of the Second World War (1945-48) focused on the war-related crimes."
Which of the followings was among the counts of offences of the Charter of these tribunals?

Seçenekler

A
Crimes against the monarchy.
B
Crimes against religion.
C
Crimes against peace.
D
Petty crimes.
E
Crimes against UN.
Açıklama:
Page 182.
At the Nuremberg Tribunal, 22 leaders of the Third Reich were tried. The Tokyo trials were conducted against 28 persons. The Charter of these tribunals had four counts of offences:
• Crimes against peace, i.e., beginning a war of aggression by planning, preparation or initiation, or in violation of treaties, such as the Hague Conventions of 1899, 1907, the Treaty of Versailles, violation of Mutual Non-aggression Pact by Germany with France, Belgium and Poland, and the 1928 Kellogg-Briand Pact.
• War crimes, i.e., crimes under the laws of war, which included violation of customary and conventional rules and regulations relating to warfare.
• Crimes against humanity, i.e., inhuman treatment (murder or persecution) on racial or religious grounds during war and in occupied territories.
• Conspiracy to commit these crimes.
Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 33

"At the Nuremberg Tribunal, 22 leaders of the Third Reich were tried. The Tokyo trials were conducted against 28 persons."
Which of the followings is among the grounds on which the legality and propriety of these trials and the judgments were criticized?

Seçenekler

A
Members of the tribunals are of the ones on the losing side.
B
The tribunals were held long after the war was over.
C
There were no actual sanctions following the verdicts of the tribunals.
D
The tribunals were constituted by the victorious powers.
E
International legal procedures were not suitbly followed.
Açıklama:
Page 182.
The Nuremberg Tribunal imposed death penalty and imprisonment from 10 to 20 years. Out of 22 persons, 12 were given the death sentence, three were given the life imprisonment, four were given imprisonment of various terms, and three were acquitted. The Tokyo Tribunal found all the defendants, except two, guilty of conspiracy to wage a war of aggression. It also awarded death penalty and imprisonment. The legality and propriety of these trials and the judgments were widely criticized on the following grounds:
• The trials were in violation of the principle of nullum poena sine lege (no punishment without law). There were no rules of international law declaring such acts as illegal prior to the Second World War, they were not defined or made punishable and were also considered the acts of state.
• Trials were an imposition of ex post facto law, giving retrospective operation to a crime that was not punishable at the time of its commission.
• The tribunals were constituted by the victorious powers, whose impartiality in delivering the judgments was doubtful.
• Consisting mainly of judges from the victorious States was in violation of the principle of nemo judex in causa sua (no one can be a judge in his own case).
• The plea of superior orders has great relevance in the discipline of the armed forces, and it was rejected by the Tribunals without any concrete reason.
• One of the arguments of the defendants was that war is waged by states and not by individuals, who are not the subjects of international law. The Nuremberg Tribunal rejected it and pointed out that “international law imposes duties and liabilities upon individuals as well as upon States.
Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 34

Which of the following bodies drafted the Convention for the creation of "an" International Criminal Court?

Seçenekler

A
The League of Nations.
B
The United Nations.
C
The European Union.
D
The United States of America.
E
European Court of Human Rightd.
Açıklama:
Page 185.
The attempts to establish an international permanent criminal court started by the Committee of Jurists in 1920 to try crimes against international public order and the universal law of nations. The League of Nations drafted a Convention for the Creation of an International Criminal Court in 1937 (along with the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Terrorism), consisting of five judges and five deputies to be elected by the Permanent Court of International Justice. Therefore, the correct option is A.
The question is not about the founding bodies of "the" ICC, but about the first convention that drafted the notion of "an" ICC.

Soru 35

What is the number of judges to reside in International Criminal Court in Convention for the Creation of an International Criminal Court in 1937?

Seçenekler

A
3
B
5
C
7
D
9
E
11
Açıklama:
Page 185.
The attempts to establish an international permanent criminal court started by the Committee of Jurists in 1920 to try crimes against international public order and the universal law of nations. The League of Nations drafted a Convention for the Creation of an International Criminal Court in 1937 (along with the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Terrorism), consisting of five judges and five deputies to be elected by the Permanent Court of International Justice. The Convention failed to come into force due to lack of ratifications. Therefore, the attempt to establish the Court also failed. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 36

According to the article 36 of the Rome Statute, what is the number of judges that International Criminal Court (ICC) consist of?

Seçenekler

A
7.
B
11.
C
15.
D
18.
E
22.
Açıklama:
Page 186.
Article 36 of the Rome Statute outlines the qualifications and procedure of election of the judges of the Court. The ICC consists of 18 judges. The number may be increased on a proposal of the Presidency, indicating the reasons for the increase. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 37

Which of the followings is one of the working languages of the International Criminal Court?

Seçenekler

A
Russian.
B
Italian.
C
Spanish.
D
German.
E
French.
Açıklama:
Page 187.
The candidate should have an excellent knowledge of and be fluent in at least one of the Court’s working languages (which are English and French). Nominations of candidates for election to the Court may be made by any state party to the Statute. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 38

I. Office of the Prosecutor,
II. Registry,
III. Appeals Division,
IV. Pre-Trial Division.
Which of the ones listed above is one of the organs of the International Criminal Court?

Seçenekler

A
I, II, III & IV.
B
I, II & III.
C
II, III & IV.
D
I & IV.
E
I, III & IV.
Açıklama:
Page 187.
Composition of the ICC The Court is composed of the following organs (Art.34):
• the Presidency;
• an Appeals Division, a Trial Division, and a Pre-Trial Division;
• the Office of the Prosecutor;
• the Registry.
Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 39

Which of the following is defined as inhuman treatment (murder or persecution) on racial or religious grounds during war and in occupied territories?

Seçenekler

A
War crimes
B
Crimes against humanity
C
Conspiracy
D
Crimes against peace
E
Crime against life
Açıklama:
Crimes against humanity is defined as inhuman treatment (murder or persecution) on racial or religious grounds during war and in occupied territories..

Soru 40

Which of the following is defined as crimes under the laws of
war, which included violation of customary and conventional rules and regulations relating to warfare?

Seçenekler

A
War crimes
B
Crimes against peace
C
Crimes against life
D
Crimes against humanity
E
Conspiracy
Açıklama:
War crimes, i.e., crimes under the laws o war, which included violation of customary and conventional rules and regulations relating to warfare

Soru 41

Which of the following is defined as action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused

Seçenekler

A
Actus reus
B
Mens rea
C
War crime
D
Conspiracy
E
Genocide
Açıklama:
actus reus (guilty act): action or conduct which is
a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to
the mental state of the accused.

Soru 42

Which of the following is defined as the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused?

Seçenekler

A
Actus reus
B
Mens rea
C
Lex comissoria
D
Ultra vires
E
Quilty act
Açıklama:
Mens rea: the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused.

Soru 43

Which of the following is the old Roman law principle, retained in European law, stating the right not to be prosecuted or tried twice for the same criminal conduct?

Seçenekler

A
Ne bis in idem
B
Nullum crimen sine lege
C
Nulla poena sine lege
D
Non-retroactivity ratione personae
E
Lex commissoria
Açıklama:
Ne bis in idem: The old Roman law principle, retained in European law, stating the right not to be prosecuted or tried twice for the same criminal conduct.

Soru 44

Which of the following refers a person shall not be criminally responsible unless the conduct in question constitutes, at the time it takes place, a crime within the jurisdiction of the Court?

Seçenekler

A
Nulla poena sine lege
B
Nullum crimen sine lege
C
Non-retroactivity ratione personae
D
Lex posterior derogat legi priori
E
lex superior derogat legi inferiori
Açıklama:
nullum crimen sine lege (no crime without law), i.e., a person shall not be criminally responsible unless the conduct in question constitutes, at the time it takes place, a crime within the jurisdiction of the Court;

Soru 45

Which of the following refers that no person shall be criminally responsible under the Statute for conduct prior to the entry into force of the Statute?

Seçenekler

A
Nullum crimen sine lege
B
Nulla poena sine lege
C
Non-retroactivity ratione personae
D
Lex superior derogat legi inferiori
E
Lex posterior derogat legi priori
Açıklama:
Non-retroactivity ratione personae, i.e., no person shall be criminally responsible under the Statute for conduct prior to the entry into force of the Statute.

Soru 46

Which of the following is defined as the Court will only prosecute an individual if states are unwilling or unable to prosecute?

Seçenekler

A
The principle of complementarity
B
Admissibility to the jurisdiction
C
The Interests of justice
D
Applicable law
E
No punishment without law
Açıklama:
The principle of complementarity means that the Court will only prosecute an individual if states are unwilling or unable to prosecute.

Soru 47

Which of the following is defined as “the use of armed force by a State against the sovereignty, territorial integrity or political independence of another State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the Charter of the United Nations”?

Seçenekler

A
Act of aggression
B
Differentiated approach
C
Crime of aggression
D
Temporal Jurisdiction
E
Admissibility to the Jurisdiction
Açıklama:
An “act of aggression” has been defined as “the use of armed force by a State against the sovereignty, territorial integrity or political independence of another State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the Charter of the United Nations”.

Soru 48

Which of the following is defined as “the planning, preparation, initiation or execution, by a person in a position effectively to exercise control over or to direct the political or military action which, by its character, gravity and scale, constitutes a manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations”?

Seçenekler

A
Act of aggression
B
Differentiated approach
C
The crime of aggression
D
Genocide
E
Crimes Against Humanity
Açıklama:
Article 8bis defines the crime of aggression as “the planning, preparation, initiation or execution, by a person in a position effectively to exercise control over or to direct the political or military action which, by its character, gravity and scale, constitutes a manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations”.

Soru 49

Which of the following terms refers to "action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused"?

Seçenekler

A
Mens rea
B
Actus reus
C
Aggression
D
Fatf
E
Ultra vires
Açıklama:
Actus reus refers to the action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused.

Soru 50

Which tribunal investigated the crimes of the Red Khmer era?

Seçenekler

A
Special Court for Sierra Leone
B
Special Tribunal for Lebanon
C
The East Timur Special Panels for Serious Crimes
D
Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia
E
International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia
Açıklama:
Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia investigated the crimes of the Red Khmer era.

Soru 51

Which of the following is not one of the countries which sent judges for the panel of International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg?

Seçenekler

A
The Soviet Union
B
The United Kingdom
C
Japan
D
France
E
The United States
Açıklama:
The panel of judges consisted of representatives from the Soviet Union, the United States, the United Kingdom, and France.

Soru 52

Which of the following was not a count of offenses that the Charter of International Military Tribunal for the Far East and the International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg had?

Seçenekler

A
Conspiracy to commit crimes.
B
Crimes against peace
C
War crimes
D
Crimes against humanity
E
Crimes against solidarity
Açıklama:
The Charter of these tribunals had four counts
  • Crimes against peace, i.e., beginning a war of aggression by planning, preparation or initiation, or in violation of treaties, such as the Hague Conventions of 1899, 1907, the Treaty of Versailles, violation of Mutual Non-aggression Pact by Germany with
  • War crimes, i.e., crimes under the laws of war, which included violation of customary and conventional rules and regulations relating to warfare.
  • Crimes against humanity, i.e., inhuman treatment (murder or persecution) on racial or religious grounds during war and in occupied territories.
  • Conspiracy to commit these crimes.

Soru 53

When was the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda established?

Seçenekler

A
1986
B
1994
C
1999
D
2003
E
2009
Açıklama:
In November 1994, the Security Council, acting under Chapter VII of the UN Charter, established the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda

Soru 54

Which of the following events made the establishment of an international criminal court politically unrealistic?

Seçenekler

A
The Kambanda case
B
Lack of uniformity in the administration of international criminal justice
C
Conflicts in the Security Council
D
The establishment of Committee on International Criminal Jurisdiction
E
The Cold War conditions
Açıklama:
The Cold War conditions made the establishment of an international criminal court politically unrealistic.

Soru 55

Which of the following terms refers to “the use of armed force by a State against the sovereignty, territorial integrity or political independence of another State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the Charter of the United Nations”

Seçenekler

A
Act of agression
B
Proprio motu
C
Differentiated approach
D
Mens rea
E
Complementaeity
Açıklama:
An “act of aggression” has been defined as “the use of armed force by a State against the sovereignty, territorial integrity or political independence of another State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the Charter of the United Nations” (Art. 8bis (2))

Soru 56

Which of the following is not a condition in which a person cannot be criminally responsible for his conduct?

Seçenekler

A
If s/he was suffering from a mental disease or defect that destroys that person's capacity to appreciate the unlawfulness or nature of his/her conduct
B
If the person is in a state of intoxication that destroys that person's capacity to appreciate the unlawfulness or nature of his/her conduct
C
If the person acts reasonably to defend himself or another person, which is essential for the survival of the person or another person
D
If the conduct which is alleged to constitute a crime within the jurisdiction of the Court has reasonable basis
E
If the conduct which is alleged to constitute a crime within the jurisdiction of the Court has been caused by duress
Açıklama:
According to Article 31 of the Statute, person shall not be criminally responsible if, at the time of that person’s conduct)
  • If s/he was suffering from a mental disease or defect that destroys that person's capacity to appreciate the unlawfulness or nature of his/her conduct.
  • If the conduct which is alleged to constitute a crime within the jurisdiction of the Court has been caused by duress,
  • If the person acts reasonably to defend himself or another person, which is essential for the survival of the person or another person
  • If the person is in a state of intoxication that destroys that person's capacity to appreciate the unlawfulness or nature of his/her conduct

Soru 57

What does "nullum crimen sine lege" mean?

Seçenekler

A
No punishment without law
B
No person should be criminally responsible
C
No crime without law
D
Not to be prosecuted for the same crime twice
E
Not to be tried without law
Açıklama:
Nullum crimen sine lege (no crime without law), i.e., a person shall not be criminally responsible unless the conduct in question constitutes, at the time it takes place, a crime within the jurisdiction of the Court.

Soru 58

When did the General Assembly adopt "Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy" which holds a special significance, because it is for the first time that all members of the United Nations had agreed to a common strategic and operational framework to fight terrorism?

Seçenekler

A
1990
B
1995
C
2001
D
2006
E
2011
Açıklama:
In September 2006, the General Assembly also adopted a “Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy.” The Strategy holds a special significance, because it is for the first time that all members of the United Nations had agreed to a common strategic and operational framework to fight terrorism.

Soru 59

When was the first International Military Tribunal set up in order to try the criminals who committed war crimes?

Seçenekler

A
1945
B
1946
C
1948
D
1963
E
1977
Açıklama:
1945
After the Second World War, revolutionary changes came in this area. The Allied powers set up two International Military Tribunals (Nuremberg Tribunal in 1945 and Tokyo Tribunal in 1946) to try the criminals who committed war crimes, crimes against humanity, crimes against peace, and conspiracy to commit these crimes.

Soru 60

I. Aircraft hijacking
II. Unlawful acts against the safety of civil aviation
III. Trafficking in women and children
IV. ID fraught
Which of the above are among the acts that are considered international crimes?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
II and III
C
III and IV
D
I, II and III
E
II, III and IV
Açıklama:
I. Aircraft hijacking
II. Unlawful acts against the safety of civil aviation
III. Trafficking in women and children
IV. ID fraught

Soru 61

A fundamental principle of Criminal Law is that a crime consists of both a mental and a physical element. Which of the following means the mental element?

Seçenekler

A
Actus reus
B
Guilty act
C
Mens rea
D
Draft code
E
Wrongdoing
Açıklama:
Mens rea;
Mens rea is the mental element, i.e. a person’s awareness of the fact that his or her conduct is criminal.

Soru 62

When was the International Criminal Court (ICC) adopted?

Seçenekler

A
1954
B
1990
C
1998
D
2002
E
2010
Açıklama:
1998

Soru 63

Apart from the International Criminal Court (ICC) which is a permanent tribunal, some other notable tribunals have also been createdWhich of the following is not one of these tribunals?

Seçenekler

A
Code of Crimes against the Peace and Security of Mankind
B
Special Court for Sierra Leone
C
Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia
D
Special Tribunal for Lebanon
E
The East Timor Special Panels for Serious Crimes
Açıklama:
Code of Crimes against the Peace and Security of Mankind

Soru 64

Which of the following is true about the trials in the Nuremberg Tribunal and the Tokyo Tribunal?

Seçenekler

A
None of the defendants were acquitted in both tribunals.
B
All the defendants were found guilty by the Nuremberg Tribunal.
C
All of the defendants were given death sentence in both tribunals.
D
Both tribunals imposed only imprisonment for the defendants.
E
Death penalty and imprisonment were imposed in both tribunals and few were acquitted.
Açıklama:
Death penalty and imprisonment were imposed in both tribunals and few were acquitted.

Soru 65

How many judges does the International Criminal Court consist of?

Seçenekler

A
8
B
10
C
15
D
18
E
25
Açıklama:
The ICC consists of 18 judges.

Soru 66

I. The Presidency
II. An Appeals Division, a Trial Division, and a Pre-Trial Division
III. The Office of the Prosecutor
IV. The Rules of Procedure
Which of the above are among the organs that constitue the International Criminal Court (ICC)?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
I, II and III
C
II and IV
D
I, III and IV
E
II and III
Açıklama:
I. The Presidency
II. An Appeals Division, a Trial Division, and a Pre-Trial Division
III. The Office of the Prosecutor

Soru 67

"The Court will only prosecute an individual if states are unwilling or unable to prosecute." Which of the following does this definition refer to?

Seçenekler

A
Sufficient gravity
B
Admissibility to the Jurisdiction
C
The principle of complementarity
D
Exclusion from criminal responsibility
E
Applicable Law
Açıklama:
The principle of complementarity

Soru 68

Which of the following does NOT characterize terrorism as an international crime?

Seçenekler

A
The act must not be confined to the territory of one state
B
The act must constitute a criminal offence under most national legal systems
C
The act must be motivated by political, religious, or otherwise ideological reasons
D
The act must be aimed at compelling a state, an international organization, to abstain from doing any act
E
The act must have private motives
Açıklama:
The act must have private motives

Soru 69

I. Aircraft hijacking,
II. Trafficking in women and children,
III. Kidnapping of diplomats and taking of hostages,
IV. Trafficking in narcotic drugs, counterfeiting of currency.
Which of the ones listed above is among the international crimes.

Seçenekler

A
I & II.
B
I, II & III.
C
II & III.
D
II, III & IV.
E
I, II, III & IV.
Açıklama:
The conclusion of numerous other treaties have made the following acts international crimes: aircraft hijacking, unlawful acts against the safety of civil aviation, trafficking in women and children, trafficking in narcotic drugs, counterfeiting of currency, kidnapping of diplomats and taking of hostages. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 70

"An action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused."
Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Ultra Vires.
B
Jurisdiction.
C
Actus Reus.
D
Genocide.
E
Mens Rea.
Açıklama:
Actus reus (guilty act): action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 71

"The intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused."
Which of the followings is the term described above?

Seçenekler

A
Ultra Vires.
B
Aggression.
C
Actus Reus.
D
Genocide.
E
Mens Rea.
Açıklama:
Mens rea: the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 72

I. Crimes against peace,
II. Crimes against humanity,
III. War crimes.
Which of the pnes listed above is among the counts of offences listed by International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg and International Military Tribunal for the Far East?

Seçenekler

A
Only III.
B
II & III.
C
I, II & III.
D
Only I.
E
Only II.
Açıklama:
The Charter of these tribunals had four counts of offences: • Crimes against peace, • War crimes, • Crimes against humanity, • Conspiracy to commit these crimes. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 73

Due to the end of and crimes commited in which major event were International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg and International Military Tribunal for the Far East held?

Seçenekler

A
World War I.
B
World War II.
C
Korean War.
D
Vietnam War.
E
Hiroshima Bombing.
Açıklama:
The Nuremberg and Tokyo trials held at the end of the Second World War (1945-48) focused on the war-related crimes. They helped in enunciating clear principles on the law of war crimes. Therefore, the correct option is B

Soru 74

Which of the followings is not among the grounds on which the Nuremberg and Tokyo trials were criticized?

Seçenekler

A
Violation of the principle of nemo judex in causa sua.
B
Imposition of ex post facto law.
C
Violation of the principle of nullum poena sine lege.
D
The war is waged by individuals.
E
Constitutions of tribunals by the victorious powers.
Açıklama:
The legality and propriety of these trials and the judgments were widely criticized on the following grounds:
• The trials were in violation of the principle of nullum poena sine lege (no punishment without law). There were no rules of international law declaring such acts as illegal prior to the Second World War, they were not defined or made punishable and were also considered the acts of state.
• Trials were an imposition of ex post facto law, giving retrospective operation to a crime that was not punishable at the time of its commission.
• The tribunals were constituted by the victorious powers, whose impartiality in delivering the judgments was doubtful.
• Consisting mainly of judges from the victorious States was in violation of the principle of nemo judex in causa sua (no one can be a judge in his own case).
• The plea of superior orders has great relevance in the discipline of the armed forces, and it was rejected by the Tribunals without any concrete reason.
• One of the arguments of the defendants was that war is waged by states and not by individuals, who are not the subjects of international law. The Nuremberg Tribunal rejected it and pointed out that “international law imposes duties and liabilities upon individuals as well as upon States.”
Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 75

I. Awarding very strict sentences,
II. Being antidemocratic,
III. Being in violation of national sovereignty.
on which of the grounds listed above was International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia criticized?

Seçenekler

A
Only I.
B
I & II.
C
II & III.
D
I & III.
E
Only III.
Açıklama:
The ICTY has also been criticized, among others, for the following reasons:
• The Tribunal manifests the failure of the UN Security Council and the great powers to find a swift and viable solution to the conflict, reflecting the failure of diplomacy and politics. It is alleged to have been created with a specialized political campaign to destabilize the multi-ethnic state of Yugoslavia, with the aim of bringing about ‘régime change’ in Serbia.
• The Tribunal has awarded very mild sentences.
• Some of the defendants claimed that the Tribunal had no legal authority because it was established by the UN Security Council instead of the UN General Assembly, therefore it had not been created on a broad international basis. The Tribunal was established on the basis of Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter; the relevant portion of which reads “the Security Council can take measures to maintain or restore international peace and security”, whereas the dispute here was internal; in other words, it was ultra vires of the Charter.
• The Tribunal has been claimed to be antidemocratic and in violation of national sovereignty and formed part of coercive order created by the Security Council.
• There has also been failure to provide a complete separation of the prosecutorial and judicial work.
Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 76

Which of the followings conceived the draft for a Convention for the Creation of an International Criminal Court in 1937?

Seçenekler

A
United Nations.
B
NATO.
C
European Union.
D
NAFTA.
E
League of Nations.
Açıklama:
The attempts to establish an international permanent criminal court started by the Committee of Jurists in 1920 to try crimes against international public order and the universal law of nations. The League of Nations drafted a Convention for the Creation of an International Criminal Court in 1937. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 77

How many judges does International Criminal Court consist of?

Seçenekler

A
7
B
11
C
18
D
21
E
26
Açıklama:
The ICC consists of 18 judges. The number may be increased on a proposal of the Presidency, indicating the reasons for the increase. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 78

How long is the term served by a judge at International Criminal Court?

Seçenekler

A
4 years.
B
7 years.
C
9 years.
D
11 years.
E
For their lifetime.
Açıklama:
Judges shall hold office for a term of nine years and shall not be eligible for re-election. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 79

Which of the following statements is not true related to “international criminal law”?

Seçenekler

A
It is an old branch of international law.
B
Classical international law did not focus on international crimes.
C
Some precedents in international criminal law can be found before the First World War.
D
Criminal law generally deals with prohibitions addressed to individuals and penal sanctions for violation of those prohibitions imposed by individual states.
E
International criminal law has emanated from sources of public international law such as treaties, customs, and general principles of law recognized by nations.
Açıklama:
HISTORY AND SOURCES OF INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW
International criminal law is relatively a new branch of international law.

Soru 80

Which of the followings is an action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused?

Seçenekler

A
Ratione Personae
B
Prosecutor
C
Actus Reus
D
Mens Rea
E
Ultra Vires
Açıklama:
HISTORY AND SOURCES OF INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW
actus reus (guilty act): action or conduct which is a constituent element of a crime, as opposed to the mental state of the accused.

Soru 81

Which of the followings is the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused?

Seçenekler

A
Ratione Personae
B
Prosecutor
C
Actus Reus
D
Mens Rea
E
Ultra Vires
Açıklama:
HISTORY AND SOURCES OF INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW
mens rea: the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused.

Soru 82

Which of the following counts of offences does not cover The Nuremberg and Tokyo International Military Tribunals?

Seçenekler

A
Crimes against peace
B
War crimes
C
Crimes against humanity
D
Crime of Aggression
E
Conspiracy to commit these crimes.
Açıklama:
Crime of Aggression does not cover The Nuremberg and Tokyo International Military Tribunals?

Soru 83

Which of the following reasons hasn’t been criticized regarding International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY)?

Seçenekler

A
The Tribunal has awarded very mild sentences.
B
Some of the defendants claimed that the Tribunal had no legal authority because it was established by the UN Security Council instead of the UN General Assembly.
C
The Tribunal has been claimed to be anti- democratic and in violation of national sovereignty and formed part of coercive order created by the Security Council.
D
The tribunals were constituted by the victorious powers, whose impartiality in delivering the judgments was doubtful.
E
The Tribunal manifests the failure of the UN Security Council and the great powers to find a swift and viable solution to the conflict, reflecting the failure of diplomacy and politics.
Açıklama:
Ad Hoc Tribunals for the Former Yugoslavia and Rwanda
“The tribunals were constituted by the victorious powers, whose impartiality in delivering the judgments was doubtful.” This is a critic about The Nuremberg and Tokyo International Military Tribunals.

Soru 84

Which of the following statements is a reason to create a small, temporary and efficient structure mechanism for International Criminal Tribunals (MICT)?

Seçenekler

A
To ensure some uniformity in the administration of international criminal justice.
B
To carry out a number of essential functions of both ICYT and ICTR after their closure.
C
To establish an international permanent criminal court started by the Committee of Jurists.
D
To direct the political or military action which, by its character, gravity and scale, constitutes a manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations.
E
To aid the courts in interpreting definitions of crimes
Açıklama:
The Mechanism for International Criminal Tribunals (MICT)
The Security Council created the “Mechanism” as a “small, temporary and efficient structure” to carry out a number of essential functions of both ICYT and ICTR after their closure. It was planned to operate for an initial period of four years and for subsequent periods of two years, unless the Security Council decides otherwise.

Soru 85

How many judges does The International Criminal Court (ICC) have?

Seçenekler

A
8
B
18
C
24
D
34
E
46
Açıklama:
Organization of the ICC
The ICC consists of 18 judges. The number may be increased on a proposal of the Presidency.

Soru 86

Which of the following the organs of The International Criminal Court (ICC) is responsible for the proper administration of the Court?

Seçenekler

A
The Presidency.
B
An Appeals Division, a Trial Division, and a Pre-Trial Division.
C
The Judges.
D
The Office of the Prosecutor.
E
The Registry.
Açıklama:
Composition of the ICC
The President, together with the First and Second Vice-Presidents, constitute the Presidency, which shall be responsible for: (a) the proper administration of the Court, with the exception of the Office of the Prosecutor; and (b) the other functions conferred upon it in accordance with this Statute.

Soru 87

Which of the following the organs of The International Criminal Court (ICC) is responsible for the non-judicial aspects of the administration and servicing of the Court?

Seçenekler

A
The Presidency.
B
An Appeals Division, a Trial Division, and a Pre-Trial Division.
C
The Judges.
D
The Office of the Prosecutor.
E
The Registry.
Açıklama:
Composition of the ICC
The Registry is responsible for the non-judicial aspects of the administration and servicing of the Court.

Soru 88

Which of the following crimes is a sample of “genocide” ?

Seçenekler

A
Enforced disappearance of persons.
B
Deportation or forcible transfer of population.
C
Enslavement.
D
Causing serious bodily or mental harm to members of the group.
E
The crime of apartheid.
Açıklama:
Subject-Matter Jurisdiction
Causing serious bodily or mental harm to members of the group is considered as genocide.

Ünite 8

Soru 1

As proponents of legal positivism, Jeremy Bentham and John Austin believed in - - - .
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
subjective morality
B
the individual as the subject of international law.
C
liberties without limits
D
freedom and equality.
E
natural law
Açıklama:
Jeremy Bentham and John Austin were its chief proponents. They considered the natural law to be vague and meaningless. They believed in freedom and equality; however, they did not base these values on natural law.

Soru 2

What has been the primary contribution of sociological approach to Human Rights?

Seçenekler

A
Recognizing the contextuality of human rights.
B
Concepts such as law, justice, morality, democracy, and freedom
C
Rules of positive morality.
D
Legal positivism.
E
The emphasis on obtaining a just equilibrium of interests among prevailing moral sentiments.
Açıklama:
The sociological approach identifies the empirical components of a human rights system in the context of the social process. “Its primary contribution has been its emphasis on obtaining a just equilibrium of interests among prevailing moral sentiments and the social and economic conditions of time and place.

Soru 3

The first reference of personal liberties is found in the - - - .
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
Magna Carta
B
Virginia Declaration of Rights
C
French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen
D
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
E
Charter of the United Nations
Açıklama:
The concept of human rights dates back to antiquity. One can find reference to rights in many national documents. The first reference of personal liberties is found in the Magna Carta of 1215 in England.

Soru 4

The UN Human Rights Council is made of - - - Member States.
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
50
B
15
C
193
D
47
E
5
Açıklama:
The Human Rights Council is a subsidiary organ of the General Assembly. Unlike the CHR, which was a subsidiary body of the ECOSOC and reporting to the ECOSOC, the Human Rights Council reports to the General Assembly. “The Council is made of 47 Member States, which are elected by the members of the General Assembly of the United Nations through direct and secret ballot. Members of the Council serve for a period of three years and are not eligible for immediate re-election after serving two consecutive terms.

Soru 5

Human rights are characterized by being all of the following except - - -.
Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

Seçenekler

A
equally applicable to all
B
inherent in all human beings
C
universal
D
alienable
E
indivisible
Açıklama:
human rights are characterized by being:
•Inherent in all human beings by virtue of
their being humans;
• Inalienable;
• Equally applicable to all

Soru 6

Which of the following philosophers is considered to be the chief exponent of Natural Rights Theory?

Seçenekler

A
John Locke
B
Jeremy Bentham
C
John Austin
D
Karl Marx
E
Friedrich Hegel
Açıklama:
The natural law theory led to the natural rights theory, which is most closely associated with the modern concept of human rights. The chief exponent of this theory was John Locke

Soru 7

Which of the following human rigths approaches supports the idea that the individual has no status in international law?

Seçenekler

A
Natural law theory
B
Legal positivism
C
Marxist approach
D
Sociological approach
E
The modern approach
Açıklama:
Under positivist theory, rules of international law are merely rules of positive
morality. According to positivists, the individual has no status in international law.

Soru 8

Which of the following approaches to human rights has been criticized on the grounds that it fails to explain how the rights are interrelated or what the priorities should be?

Seçenekler

A
Natural law theory
B
Legal positivism
C
The Marxist approach
D
The sociological approach
E
The modern approach
Açıklama:
the sociological approach fails to explain how the rights are interrelated or what the priorities should be; “it does not answer the logical question of how a normative conclusion about rights can be derived empirically from factual premises such as having interests”.

Soru 9

In which year was the Magna Carta, the first reference of personal liberties, declared?

Seçenekler

A
1789
B
1215
C
1791
D
1628
E
1787
Açıklama:
The concept of human rights dates back to antiquity. One can find reference to rights in many national documents. The first reference of personal liberties is found in the Magna Carta of 1215 in England

Soru 10

Which one of the following is not among the regional conventions adopted on human rights?

Seçenekler

A
Convention on the Crime of Apartheid, 1973
B
The European Convention on Human Rights, 1950
C
The European Social Charter, 1961,
D
The American Convention on Human Rights, 1969
E
The African Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights, 1981
Açıklama:
At the regional level, such conventions have been adopted:
• the European Convention on Human Rights, 1950,
• the European Social Charter, 1961,
• the American Convention on Human Rights, 1969,
• the African Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights, 1981,
• the Revised Arab Charter on Human Rights, 2004.

Soru 11

How many members does the Human Rights Council include?

Seçenekler

A
43
B
44
C
45
D
46
E
47
Açıklama:
The Human Rights Council is a subsidiary organ of the General Assembly. Unlike the CHR, which was a subsidiary body of the ECOSOC and reporting to the ECOSOC, the Human Rights Council reports to the General Assembly. “The Council is made of 47 Member States, which are elected by the members of the General Assembly of the United Nations through direct and secret ballot

Soru 12

Which one of the following stands for the abbreviation of the committee working for the elimination of racial discrimination?

Seçenekler

A
CEDAW
B
ILO
C
CERD
D
CAT
E
CRC
Açıklama:
The Committee for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, consisting of 18 independent members with legal or diplomatic background, exists under the 1966 Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. Unlike the committees under the two human rights Covenants, the expenses of the Committee under the CERD are borne by the states parties to the Convention

Soru 13

Which one of the following refers to lessening or restriction of the authority, strength, or power of a law, right, or obligation?

Seçenekler

A
Derogation
B
Exhaustion
C
In limine
D
Inadmissible
E
Penalty
Açıklama:
Derogation: Lessening or restriction of the authority, strength, or power of a law, right, or obligation. Specifically in the European Convention on Human Rights, a provision that enables a signatory state to avoid the obligations of some but not all of the substantive provisions of the rest of the Convention (Martin, 2003: 146).

Soru 14

When was the Council of Europe founded?

Seçenekler

A
1948
B
1949
C
1950
D
1951
E
1952
Açıklama:
The Council of Europe is an organization of European countries. It was founded in 1949 by ten West European countries. Currently it has 47 members

Soru 15

Which of the following is false regarding human rights and how they differ from other rights?

Seçenekler

A
They must be protected by law.
B
They are inherent in all human beings by virtue of their being humans.
C
The main duties deriving from human rights fall on states and not on individuals.
D
They are equally applicable to all.
E
They are alienable.
Açıklama:
Human rights differ from other rights in two respects. First, human rights are characterized by being: Inherent in all human beings by virtue of their being humans; Inalienable; Equally applicable to all. Second, the main duties deriving from human
rights fall on states and their authorities or agents, not on individuals. As a corollary of this, human rights must be protected by law (‘the rule of law’).

Soru 16

The chief exponent of natural rights theory was:

Seçenekler

A
John Locke.
B
Jeremy Bentham.
C
Karl Marx.
D
John Austin.
E
Eleanor Roosevelt.
Açıklama:
The natural law theory led to the natural rights theory, which is most closely associated with the modern concept of human rights. The chief exponent of this theory was John Locke. Natural rights theory emphasizes the moral worth of the individual.

Soru 17

"The source of human rights is to be found only in the enactments of law with sanctions attached to it" is the idea of which ideological approach?

Seçenekler

A
Natural law theory.
B
The Marxist approach.
C
The sociological approach.
D
The miodern approach.
E
Positivism.
Açıklama:
Another approach to human rights is legal positivism. Under the positivist theory, the
source of human rights is to be found only in the enactments of law with sanctions attached to it.

Soru 18

Which of the following statements is true regarding the Marxist approach?

Seçenekler

A
Concepts such as justice, democracy and freedom are historical categories whose contents are determined by the material conditions social circumstances of people.
B
The individual possesses basic human rights and everyone is inherently entitled to these rights as a human being, independent of whether or not these rights are recognized by the ruler.
C
Marxist approach does not answer the logical question of how a normative conclusion about rights can be derived empirically from factual premises such as having interests.
D
Marxist approach has an inclination to treat the particular person in isolation from the society in which he/she is a part.
E
According to Marxist approach the individual has no status in international law.
Açıklama:
Marx regarded the natural law approach to human rights as idealistic and ahistorical. He saw nothing natural or inalienable about human rights. Concepts such as law, justice, morality, democracy, and freedom are considered historical categories whose contents are determined by the material conditions of and the social circumstances
of people. As the conditions of life change, so the content of notions and ideas may change

Soru 19

The first reference to personal liberties is found in:

Seçenekler

A
Virginia Declaration of Rights.
B
The Magna Carta.
C
French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.
D
Covenant of the League of Nations.
E
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Açıklama:
The concept of human rights dates back to antiquity. One can find reference to rights in many national documents. The first reference of personal liberties is found in the Magna Carta of 1215 in England. Other notable references prior to the 19th century are the 1776 Virginia Declaration of Rights and the 1789 French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen. The institutionalization of human rights in national documents penetrated into the international system at the end of the 18th century.

Soru 20

Which of the following is part of the third generation of human rights?

Seçenekler

A
Civil rights.
B
Political rights.
C
Economic rights.
D
Self-determination rights.
E
Cultural rights.
Açıklama:
Scholars started classifying human rights under “three generations.” The first generation consists of civil and political rights. The second generation consists of economic, social and cultural rights. The emphasis in both has been on the individual’s rights. t. However, in the 1970s, a “third generation” rights emerged. In contrast to
the individual’s rights (i.e., the first two generations rights), these are collective or group rights such as the right to development, right to healthy human environment, right to peace, and right to self-determination.

Soru 21

Which of the following is true regarding the Human Rights Council (HRC)?

Seçenekler

A
It is a subsidiary organ of ECOSOC.
B
The Council is made of 27 Member States
C
The Council’s Membership is based on equitable geographical distribution.
D
Members of the Council serve for a period of five years and are not eligible for re-election after serving one term.
E
Members are elected by the members of the General Assembly through open and indirect ballot.
Açıklama:
The Human Rights Council is a subsidiary organ of the General Assembly. Unlike the CHR, which was a subsidiary body of the ECOSOC and reporting to the ECOSOC, the Human Rights Council reports to the General Assembly. “The Council is made of 47 Member States, which are elected by the members of the General Assembly of the United Nations through direct and secret ballot. Members of the Council serve for a period of three years and are not eligible for immediate re-election after serving two consecutive terms. The Council’s Membership is based on equitable geographical distribution.

Soru 22

The European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms (ECHR):

Seçenekler

A
Was adopted by the Council of Europe in 1990.
B
Has 18 protocols in force.
C
Is the most established regional human rights treaty whose jurisprudence is well developed.
D
Imposes binding commitments on the member states.
E
Consists of two parts: the main rights and freedoms are contained in Section I and Section II contains various concluding provisions.
Açıklama:
The European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms (ECHR), adopted by the Council of Europe on 4 November 1950, by far is the most established regional human rights treaty whose jurisprudence is well developed. The Convention has 14 protocols in force, adopted gradually after its coming into force on 3 September 1953. The Convention imposes binding commitments on the states parties to enforce and secure to “everyone within their jurisdiction,” the rights and freedoms enlisted in the Convention.

Soru 23

Which of the following is not one of the principal bodies of the Council of Europe?

Seçenekler

A
The Committee of Ministers.
B
The European Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights.
C
The Parliamentary Assembly.
D
The Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of Europe.
E
The Secretariat.
Açıklama:
The Council of Europe is composed of four principal bodies: the Committee of Ministers, the Parliamentary Assembly, the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of Europe, and the Secretariat. The Committee of Ministers is composed of the foreign ministers of all Council members. The Parliamentary Assembly is a deliberative body composed of members of the national parliaments of each member state. The Congress of Local and
Regional Authorities of Europe is a consultative body that represents local and regional governments within the Council. The Secretariat serves the main organizations within the Council.

Soru 24

The first human rights document that has emphasized the “third generation” rights is:

Seçenekler

A
The Asia Cooperation Dialogue.
B
The European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms.
C
The American Convention on Human Rights.
D
The African Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights.
E
The Arab Charter on Human Rights.
Açıklama:
The heads of the Organization of African Unity adopted the African Charter on Human Rights (also known as the Banjul Charter) on 17 June 1981. The Charter came into effect on 21 October 1986. As of 2016, all the 54 member states of the African Union have ratified the Charter. This is the first human rights document that has emphasized the peoples’ rights (Arts. 19- 24), i.e., the “third generation” rights, viz., right to self-determination, right to development, the right to freely dispose of their wealth and natural resources etc.

Soru 25

Which of the followings is chief exponent in natural law theory?

Seçenekler

A
John Locke.
B
Jeremy Bentham.
C
John Austin.
D
Karl Marx.
E
F. Engel.
Açıklama:
Page 208.
The natural law theory led to the natural rights theory, which is most closely associated with the modern concept of human rights. The chief exponent of this theory was John Locke. Natural rights theory emphasizes the moral worth of the individual. Accordingly, the individual possesses basic human rights and everyone is inherently entitled to these rights as a human being, independent of whether or not these rights are recognized by the ruler. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 26

According to whch of the following approaches, the individual has no status in international law?

Seçenekler

A
Marxist Approach.
B
Modern Approach.
C
Positivist theory.
D
Sociological Approach.
E
Natural Law Theory.
Açıklama:
Page 208.
Another approach to human rights is legal positivism. Under the positivist theory, the source of human rights is to be found only in the enactments of law with sanctions attached to it. Jeremy Bentham and John Austin were its chief proponents. They considered the natural law to be vague and meaningless. They believed in freedom and equality; however, they did not base these values on natural law. A sovereign can define the scope of liberties of its subjects. It is the principle of utility that helps the state in deciding the limits of civil liberty. Under this theory, rules of international law are merely rules of positive morality. According to positivists, the individual has no status in international law. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 27

Which of the following approaches argues that concepts such as law, justice, morality, democracy, and freedom are considered historical categories whose contents are determined by the material conditions?

Seçenekler

A
Modern Approach.
B
Positivism.
C
Natural Law Theory.
D
Marxist Approach.
E
Sociological Approach.
Açıklama:
Page 208.
Marx regarded the natural law approach to human rights as idealistic and ahistorical. He saw nothing natural or inalienable about human rights. Concepts such as law, justice, morality, democracy, and freedom are considered historical categories whose contents are determined by the material conditions of and the social circumstances of a people. As the conditions of life change, so the content of notions and ideas may change”. While the focal point of Marxism is to recognize the contextuality of human rights in terms of the conditions of a society, conceiving human rights chiefly in a materialistic frame has been one of its significant weaknesses. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 28

Which of the followings is the aspect on which the third generation of human rights mainly focuses?

Seçenekler

A
Political rights.
B
Supporting the developing countries.
C
Natural rights philosophy of the eighteenthcentury thinkers.
D
Social and cultural rights.
E
Individual’s rights.
Açıklama:
Page 212.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which is the embodiment of the rights of both these generations, attaches equal importance to political and economic rights and consider them as interdependent. However, in the 1970s, a “third generation” rights emerged with the predominant support of the developing countries. In contrast to the individual’s rights (i.e., the first two generations rights), these are collective or group rights such as the right to development, right to healthy human environment, right to peace, and right to self-determination. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 29

Which of the followings is correct concerning Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

Seçenekler

A
It provides the machinery to secure the observance of fundamental freedoms and human rights.
B
The rights mentioned are laws or forceable as laws.
C
The Declaration has gained absolute authority over national constitutions.
D
The Declaration is not a legally enforceable instrument.
E
It has affected no subsequent developments in the field of human rights.
Açıklama:
Page 212.
The UN Charter, which has played the catalyst role in the human rights movement, does not give a definition of fundamental freedoms and human rights, nor does it provide any machinery to secure their observance. This task has been fulfilled by the subsequent United Nations instruments. The First critical instrument was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the General Assembly on December 10, 1948. It defined expressly certain human rights and fundamental freedoms that need to be protected.
The Declaration is not a legally enforceable instrument and some of the rights mentioned therein, viz., the right of asylum (Art. 14), could not be said to represent the legal rule. Other rights are merely general principles of law or represent elementary considerations of humanity. The rights enshrined in the Declaration in its 30 articles are broadly divided into civil and political rights, and economic, social and cultural rights.
Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 30

Human Rights Council’s Membership is based on equitable geographical distribution.
According to the statement above, which of the followings possesses the least members?

Seçenekler

A
African States.
B
Eastern European States.
C
Western European and other States.
D
Latin American and Caribbean States.
E
Asia-Pacific States.
Açıklama:
Page 216.
The Human Rights Council is a subsidiary organ of the General Assembly. Unlike the CHR, which was a subsidiary body of the ECOSOC and reporting to the ECOSOC, the Human Rights Council reports to the General Assembly. The Council is made of 47 Member States, which are elected by the members of the General Assembly of the United Nations through direct and secret ballot. Members of the Council serve for a period of three years and are not eligible for immediate re-election after serving two consecutive terms. The Council’s Membership is based on equitable geographical distribution. Seats are distributed as follows:
• African States: 13 seats
• Asia-Pacific States: 13 seats
• Latin American and Caribbean States: 8 seats
• Western European and other States: 7 seats
• Eastern European States: 6 seats
Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 31

Which of the followings refers to lessening or restriction of the authority, strength, or power of a law, right, or obligation?

Seçenekler

A
Concluding observations.
B
Derogation.
C
Complaints mechanism.
D
Conciliation.
E
Standing body.
Açıklama:
Page 222.
Derogation: Lessening or restriction of the authority, strength, or power of a law, right, or obligation. Specifically in the European Convention on Human Rights, a provision that enables a signatory state to avoid the obligations of some but not all of the substantive provisions of the rest of the Convention. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 32

How many judges sit in the Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights?

Seçenekler

A
17.
B
12.
C
7.
D
3.
E
1.
Açıklama:
Page 223.
The European Court of Human Rights was set up at Strasbourg on 21 January 1959. The number of judges of the Court is equal to that of the members of the Council of Europe. The Court’s formation should be reflective of the contracting parties’ different legal systems. To consider a case, the Court sits in single-judge formation, in committees (consisting of three judges), chambers of seven judges, and Grand Chamber of seventeen judges. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 33

"Individuals or groups of individuals or NGOs could also petition before the Commission of Human Rights directly."
Which of the followings is the condition that enables individuals to petition before the commission?

Seçenekler

A
In limine.
B
Inadmissibility.
C
Derogation.
D
Conciliation.
E
Exhaustion of local remedies.
Açıklama:
Page 223.
Individuals or groups of individuals or NGOs could also petition before the Commission directly, provided the state against which the complaint was made, had accepted the jurisdiction of the Commission in this regard. This right of the petitioners was subject to the rule of exhaustion of local remedies available in their own country. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 34

Which of the followings refers to a motion made before a trial begins?

Seçenekler

A
Ad hoc.
B
In limine.
C
Inalienable.
D
Positive morality.
E
Intervention.
Açıklama:
Page 223.
In limine means “at the threshold,” referring to a motion made before a trial begins. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 35

I. Equally applicable to all
II. Inherent in all human beings by virtue of their being humans
III. The main duties deriving from human rights fall on individuals
IV. Fundamental and inalienable rights
Which of the statemets above are human rights characterized by?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
I, III and IV
C
III and IV
D
I, II, III and IV
E
I, II and IV
Açıklama:
I. Equally applicable to all
II. Inherent in all human beings by virtue of their being humans
IV. Fundamental and inalienable rights

Soru 36

When does the concept of human rights date back to ?

Seçenekler

A
antiquity
B
1215
C
1776
D
1789
E
post 1945s
Açıklama:
The concept of human rights dates back to antiquity.

Soru 37

Which of the following defines the "positivism", which is among the ideological approaches to human rights?

Seçenekler

A
It emphasizes the moral worth of the individual.
B
It conceives human rights chiefly in a materialistic frame.
C
It identifies the human rights system in the context of the social process.
D
A sovereign can define the scope of liberties of its subjects.
E
It puts the individual at the center of the human rights discourse.
Açıklama:
A sovereign can define the scope of liberties of its subjects.

Soru 38

I. They created general obligations to respect fundamental human rights.
II. They were limited in their objectives.
III.They were related to certain minorities.
IV. They were not extended to the rights of the individual.
Which of the statements given above are true about the Covenant of the League of Nations?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
I, II and III
C
II, III and IV
D
III and IV
E
II and IV
Açıklama:
II. They were limited in their objectives.
III.They were related to certain minorities.
IV. They were not extended to the rights of the individual.

Soru 39

I. Civil rights
II. Political rights
III. Economic rights
IV. Social rights
V. Cultutal rights
Scholars classify human rights under three generations. Which of the above are included in the "second generation"?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
III, IV and V
C
I, II and III
D
II and III
E
IV and V
Açıklama:
The second generation consists of economic, social and cultural rights, which were propagated and recognized after the advent of socialism in the twentieth century.

Soru 40

What is the purpose of the United Nations?

Seçenekler

A
The promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental
freedoms without any distinction
B
Interference with domestic matters of other states
C
The protection of human rights between individuals and their nation.
D
The choice of nations and individuals who are entitled to human rights
E
To protect different cultural elements all over the world
Açıklama:
The promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental
freedoms without any distinction

Soru 41

I. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
II. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
III. The Magna Carta
IV. The International Covenant on Economic,
Social and Cultural Rights
Which of the above does the International Bill of Rights refers to?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
I, II and III
C
III and IV
D
I and IV
E
I, II and IV
Açıklama:
I. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
II. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
IV. The International Covenant on Economic,
Social and Cultural Rights

Soru 42

When was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted?

Seçenekler

A
24 October 1945
B
9 January 1946
C
10 December 1948
D
23 December 1954
E
30 June 2006
Açıklama:
10 December 1948

Soru 43

Which of the following institutions has been replaced by the UN Human Rights Council?

Seçenekler

A
The Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
B
The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women
C
Ad hoc Conciliation Commission
D
The Commission on Human Rights
E
The Human Rights Committee
Açıklama:
NOT: Bu soruyu hazırlayan öğretim üyesi tarafından doğru cevap "B" şıkkı, yani "The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women," olarak belirtilmiştir. Ancak doğru cevap D şıkkı, yani "The Commission on Human Rights" olmalıydı. Ders kitabının 214-216 sayfalarında bu konular anlatılmakta ve 215. sayfasında da "In 2006, the Commission on Human Rights was replaced by the United Nations Human Rights Council" şeklinde açık ifade yer almaktadır. Dolayısıyla eğer soru sınavda sorulmuşsa iptal edilmeli, ancak "deneme/alıştırma sorusu" şeklinde sistemde kullanılmışsa, doğru cevap D olarak değiştirilmelidir.

Soru 44

I. An individual can make the application directly to the Court
II. The Court adjudicates the contentious cases between the states on the unlawful use of force
III. The Court has advisory jurisdiction
IV. The final judgment of the Court is transmitted to the Committee of Ministers
Which ones of the above are true in relation to the European Court of Human
Rights?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
I, II and III
C
I, II and IV
D
II, III and IV
E
II and IV
Açıklama:
I. An individual can make the application directly to the Court
II. The Court adjudicates the contentious cases between the states on the unlawful use of force
IV. The final judgment of the Court is transmitted to the Committee of Ministers

Soru 45

Which one of the below is NOT true about human rights?

Seçenekler

A
They are inalienable
B
They are equally applicable to all
C
Main duties deriving from human rights fall on individuals
D
Human rights must be protected by law
E
They are inherent in all human beings by virtue of being humans
Açıklama:
The concept of human rights is based on the
belief that every human being is entitled to enjoy
her/his rights without discrimination. Human
rights differ from other rights in two respects.
First, human rights are characterized by being:
• Inherent in all human beings by virtue of
their being humans;
• Inalienable;
• Equally applicable to all.
Second, the main duties deriving from human
rights fall on states and their authorities or agents,
not on individuals.
As a corollary of this, human rights must be
protected by law (‘the rule of law’).

Soru 46

"The individual possesses basic human rights and everyone is inherently entitled to these rights as a human being, independent of whether or not these rights are recognized by the ruler. These rights cannot be denied to any person or taken away from a person by the ruler or the society."
Which approach/theory is described above?

Seçenekler

A
Natural Law Theory
B
The Marxist Approach
C
Positivism
D
The Sociological Approach
E
The Modern Approach
Açıklama:
The chief exponent of this theory was John Locke.
Natural rights theory emphasizes the moral worth
of the individual. Accordingly, the individual
possesses basic human rights and everyone is
inherently entitled to these rights as a human
being, independent of whether or not these rights
are recognized by the ruler. These rights cannot
be denied to any person or taken away from a
person by the ruler or the society. Any denial by
the ruler will constitute a double violation; on the
one hand, it constitutes a violation of the rights
of the individual and, on the other, it constitutes
a violation by the ruler of his duty to protect the
individual.

Soru 47

"Concepts such as law, justice, morality,
democracy, and freedom are considered historical
categories whose contents are determined by the
material conditions of and the social circumstances
of a people. As the conditions of life change, so the
content of notions and ideas may change."
Which approach/theory is summarized above?

Seçenekler

A
Positivism
B
The Marxist Approach
C
The Sociological Approach
D
The Modern Approach
E
Natural Law Theory
Açıklama:
“Marx regarded the natural law approach to
human rights as idealistic and ahistorical. He
saw nothing natural or inalienable about human
rights. Concepts such as law, justice, morality,
democracy, and freedom are considered historical
categories whose contents are determined by the
material conditions of and the social circumstances
of a people. As the conditions of life change, so the
content of notions and ideas may change” (Shestack,
1998: 210). While the focal point of Marxism is
to recognize the contextuality of human rights
in terms of the conditions of a society, conceiving
human rights chiefly in a materialistic frame has
been one of its significant weaknesses.

Soru 48

Which approach/theory led to the emergence of group rights?

Seçenekler

A
Natural Law Theory
B
Positivism
C
The Marxist Approach
D
The Sociological Approach
E
The Modern Approach
Açıklama:
Human rights postulates of liberal democracy
and the rule of law are also being challenged. In
fact, the emphasis on the individual rights may
contradict the democratic theory. The idea that
the individual has rights which he/she can plead
against the state is sustained by a conviction that
the single person is of such an intrinsic worth that
he/she deserves to be protected from the harmful
consequences of a majority or abstract will. Instead,
it may be that the group rights make the individual
to realize his/her true potential by achieving his/
her interests in a given group.
This understanding has led to the emergence
of group rights, particularly as emphasized
by the developing world.

Soru 49

After which event(s) did the second generation of human rights begin?

Seçenekler

A
Natural rights philosophy of Locke and Rousseau
B
Advent of socialism
C
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
D
Declaration on the Right to Development
E
The First World War
Açıklama:
The first generation consists of civil and political rights, mainly based on natural rights philosophy of the eighteenthcentury thinkers such as Locke and Rousseau. The second generation consists of economic, social and cultural rights, which were propagated and recognized after the advent of socialism in the twentieth century. The emphasis in both has been on the individual’s rights.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights,
which is the embodiment of the rights of both
these generations, attaches equal importance to
political and economic rights and consider them
as interdependent. However, in the 1970s, a “third
generation” rights emerged with the predominant
support of the developing countries. In contrast to
the individual’s rights (i.e., the first two generations
rights), these are collective or group rights such
as the right to development, right to healthy
human environment, right to peace, and right to
self-determination. They are enshrined in the 1986
Declaration on the Right to Development.

Soru 50

"The UN Charter, which has played the catalyst
role in the human rights movement, does not give
a definition of fundamental freedoms and human
rights, nor does it provide any machinery to secure
their observance. This task has been fulfilled by the
subsequent United Nations instruments."
Which of the below was the first important instrument to do so?

Seçenekler

A
Declaration on the Right to Development
B
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
C
Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
D
Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
E
International Bill of Rights
Açıklama:
The UN Charter, which has played the catalyst
role in the human rights movement, does not give
a definition of fundamental freedoms and human
rights, nor does it provide any machinery to secure
their observance. This task has been fulfilled by the
subsequent United Nations instruments. The First
critical instrument was the Universal Declaration
of Human Rights, adopted by the General
Assembly on December 10, 1948. It defined
expressly certain human rights and fundamental
freedoms that need to be protected.

Soru 51

Which of the below consisted of a group of 26 experts that was entrusted with the task of prevention of discrimination and protection of racial, national, religious and linguistic minorities?

Seçenekler

A
Commission on Human Rights
B
Commission on the Status of Women
C
Sub-Commission on the Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities
D
Sub-Commission on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights
E
Ad-hoc Working Group of Experts on Sothern Africa
Açıklama:
In 1947 the CHR established a SubCommission on the Prevention of
Discrimination and Protection of Minorities, a
panel of 26 experts that was entrusted with the task
of prevention of discrimination and protection of
racial, national, religious and linguistic minorities.
The role of the Sub-Commission ended upon the
establishment of the Human Rights Council,
but a number of its functions subsist within the
Council.

Soru 52

Which of the following is true for The European Court of Human Rights?

Seçenekler

A
Sits in a two-judge formation
B
Sits in committees consisting of five judges
C
Sits in chambers of seven judges
D
Sits in a Grand Chamber of nineteen judges
E
The state party’s judge sits as a member of the Court
Açıklama:
The European Court of Human Rights was
set up at Strasbourg on 21 January 1959. The
number of judges of the Court is equal to that
of the members of the Council of Europe. The
Court’s formation should be reflective of the
contracting parties’ different legal systems. To
consider a case, the Court sits in single-judge
formation, in committees (consisting of three
judges), chambers of seven judges, and Grand
Chamber of seventeen judges. The state party’s
judge sits as an ex-officio member of the Court,
other judges are appointed by the President.
“The judges are elected by the Parliamentary
Assembly of the Council of Europe from lists of
three candidates proposed by each State. They
are elected for a non-renewable term of nine
years” (www.echr.coe.int). There is no bar on two
judges having the same nationality.

Soru 53

"The Council of Europe cannot make binding
law, but it does have the power to adopt treaties
and agreements and monitor their enforcement."
Which of the below is NOT one of its agreements?

Seçenekler

A
1961 European Social Charter
B
1984 Convention against Torture and Other
Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment
C
1987 European Convention on the
Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or
Degrading Treatment and Punishment
D
1995 Framework Convention for the
Protection of National Minorities
E
1997 Convention on Human Rights and
Biomedicine
Açıklama:
Unlike the
EU, the Council of Europe cannot make binding
law, but it does have the power to adopt treaties
and agreements and monitor their enforcement.
Among the most important of its agreements are:
• 1950 European Convention on Human
Rights;
• 1954 European Cultural Convention;
• 1961 European Social Charter;
• 1987 European Convention on the
Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or
Degrading Treatment and Punishment;
• 1995 Framework Convention for the
Protection of National Minorities;
• 1997 Convention on Human Rights and
Biomedicine.

Soru 54

Which one of the following is The Arab Charter on Human rights based on?

Seçenekler

A
Cairo Declaration on Human Rights in Islam
B
African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights
C
The American Convention on Human Rights
D
European Social Charter
E
The European Convention on Human Rights
Açıklama:
The Charter draws upon the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the two International
Covenants on Human Rights and the Cairo
Declaration on Human Rights in Islam.
In 2014, the member States of the Arab League,
by way of a treaty, adopted the Statute of the Arab
Court of Human Rights.

Soru 55

Who is the chief exponent of the "natural rights theory"?

Seçenekler

A
John Locke
B
Karl Marx
C
David Hume
D
Jeremy Bentham
E
John Austin
Açıklama:
The natural law theory led to the natural rights theory, which is most closely associated with the modern concept of human rights. The chief exponent of this theory was John Locke.

Soru 56

Who is one of the chief proponents of legal positivism?

Seçenekler

A
Jeremy Bentham
B
John Locke
C
Karl Marx
D
David Hume
E
Immanuel Kant
Açıklama:
Another approach to human rights is legal positivism. Under the positivist theory, the source of human rights is to be found only in the enactments of law with sanctions attached to it. Jeremy Bentham and John Austin were its chief proponents.

Soru 57

Which approach to human rights recognizes the contextuality of human rights in terms of the conditions of a society?

Seçenekler

A
The Marxist approach
B
The natural rights theory
C
The sociological approach
D
Legal positivism
E
The modern approach
Açıklama:
Marx regarded the natural law approach to human rights as idealistic and ahistorical. He saw nothing natural or inalienable about human rights. Concepts such as law, justice, morality, democracy, and freedom are considered historical categories whose contents are determined by the material conditions of and the social circumstances of a people. As the conditions of life change, so the content of notions and ideas may change” (Shestack, 1998: 210). While the focal point of Marxism is to recognize the contextuality of human rights in terms of the conditions of a society, conceiving human rights chiefly in a materialistic frame has been one of its significant weaknesses.
The focal point of Marxism is to recognize the contextuality of human rights in terms of the conditions of a society. Answer A, the Marxist approach is the answer.

Soru 58

Which approach to human rights fails to answer the question of how a normative conclusion about rights can be derived empirically from factual premises such as having interests?

Seçenekler

A
The Modern Approach
B
The Sociological approach
C
The Marxist Approach
D
Positivism
E
Natural Law Theory
Açıklama:
The sociological approach fails to explain how the rights are interrelated or what the priorities should be; “it does not answer the logical question of how a normative conclusion about rights can be derived empirically from factual premises such as having interests” (Shestack, 1998: 212). Merely cataloguing human demands would not be enough to promote human rights.

Soru 59

Which document makes the earliest known reference to personal liberties in terms of human rights?

Seçenekler

A
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
B
Covenant of the League of Nations
C
French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen
D
Virginia Declaration of Rights
E
Magna Carta
Açıklama:
The first reference of personal liberties is found in the Magna Carta of 1215 in England. Other notable references prior to the 19th century are the 1776 Virginia Declaration of Rights and the 1789 French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.

Soru 60

According to Article 13 of the Charter, whose duty is it to initiate studies and make recommendations for “the realization of human rights and fundamentalfreedoms for all without distinction as to race, sex, language or religion”?

Seçenekler

A
UN Economic and Social Council
B
League of Nations
C
UN General Assembly
D
European Social Charter
E
The African Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights
Açıklama:
It has been the duty of the UN General Assembly to initiate studies and make recommendations for “the realization of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all without distinction as to race, sex, language or religion” (Art. 13).

Soru 61

Which of the following is NOT a regional human rights convention adopted by the UN?

Seçenekler

A
The European Convention on Human Rights
B
The American Convention on Human Rights
C
The African Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights
D
The Asian Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights
E
The Revised Arab Charter on Human Rights
Açıklama:
At the regional level, the following human rights conventions have been adopted by the United Nations:
• the European Convention on Human Rights, 1950,
• the European Social Charter, 1961,
• the American Convention on Human Rights, 1969,
• the African Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights, 1981,
• the Revised Arab Charter on Human Rights, 2004.
The four Geneva Conventions, 1949; two additional Protocols to these Conventions, 1977; and the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe, 1975 (the Helsinki Accords) also contain important provisions on human rights. The Asian Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights is not among the conventions listed.

Soru 62

In which decade a “third generation” human rights emerged with the predominant support of the developing countries?

Seçenekler

A
1950s
B
1960s
C
1970s
D
1980s
E
1990s
Açıklama:
In the 1970s, a “third generation” rights emerged with the predominant support of the developing countries. In contrast to the individual’s rights (i.e., the first two generations rights), these are collective or group rights such as the right to development, right to healthy human environment, right to peace, and right to self-determination.

Soru 63

I. Equally applicable to all,
II. Inalienable,
III. Inherent in all human beings.
In which of the respects listed above do human rights differ from other rights?

Seçenekler

A
I & II.
B
I & III.
C
I, II & III.
D
Only III.
E
Only I.
Açıklama:
Human rights differ from other rights in two respects. First, human rights are characterized by being:
• Inherent in all human beings by virtue of their being humans;
• Inalienable;
• Equally applicable to all.
Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 64

In which year was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the UN General Assembly?

Seçenekler

A
1945
B
1948
C
1953
D
1966
E
1968
Açıklama:
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the General Assembly on December 10, 1948. It defined expressly certain human rights and fundamental freedoms that need to be protected.

Soru 65

Which of the followings cannot be considered among the characteristics of human rights?

Seçenekler

A
Dismissable.
B
Interrelated.
C
Indivisible.
D
Inalienable.
E
Universal.
Açıklama:
Although human rights have been classified in a number of different manners, it is important to note that international human rights law stresses that human rights are universal, indivisible and interrelated. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 66

I. Natural Law Theory,
II. The Marxist Approach,
III. Psychological Approach,
IV. Positivism.
Which of the ones listed above is among the approaches towards human rights?

Seçenekler

A
Only I.
B
I & II.
C
Only IV.
D
I, II & III.
E
I, II & IV.
Açıklama:
There are different approaches to human rights: Natural Law Theory, The Marxist Approach, Sociological Approach, Positivism and The Modern Approach. Therefore, the correct option is E.

Soru 67

Which of the followings focuses on the moral worth of the individual in terms of human rights?

Seçenekler

A
Natural Law Theory.
B
Positivism.
C
The Marxist Approach.
D
The Sociological Approach.
E
The Modern Approach.
Açıklama:
The natural law theory led to the natural rights theory, which is most closely associated with the modern concept of human rights. The chief exponent of this theory was John Locke. Natural rights theory emphasizes the moral worth of the individual. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 68

Which of the followings identifies the empirical components of a human rights system in the context of the social process?

Seçenekler

A
Natural Law Theory.
B
Positivism.
C
The Marxist Approach.
D
The Sociological Approach.
E
The Modern Approach.
Açıklama:
The sociological approach identifies the empirical components of a human rights system in the context of the social process. “Its primary contribution has been its emphasis on obtaining a just equilibrium of interests among prevailing moral sentiments and the social and economic conditions of time and place.” Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 69

Which of the followings focuses on the contextuality of human rights in terms of the conditions of a society?

Seçenekler

A
Natural Law Theory.
B
Positivism.
C
The Marxist Approach.
D
The Sociological Approach.
E
The Modern Approach.
Açıklama:
While the focal point of Marxism is to recognize the contextuality of human rights in terms of the conditions of a society, conceiving human rights chiefly in a materialistic frame has been one of its significant weaknesses. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Soru 70

Which of the followings claims the individual has no status in international law?

Seçenekler

A
Natural Law Theory.
B
Positivism.
C
The Marxist Approach.
D
The Sociological Approach.
E
The Modern Approach.
Açıklama:
Under this theory, rules of international law are merely rules of positive morality. According to positivists, the individual has no status in international law. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 71

Which of the following historical documents has the first reference of personal liberties?

Seçenekler

A
Magna Carta.
B
US Bill of Rights.
C
French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.
D
English Bill of Rights.
E
Virginia Declaration of Rights.
Açıklama:
The first reference of personal liberties is found in the Magna Carta of 1215 in England. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Soru 72

I. Civil Rights,
II. Cultural Rights,
III. Political Rights,
IV. Natural Rights.
Which of the ones stated above is among the rights on which the first generation of human rights focused?

Seçenekler

A
I & II.
B
I & IV.
C
II & IV.
D
I, III & IV.
E
I, II & IV.
Açıklama:
The first generation consists of civil and political rights, mainly based on natural rights philosophy of the eighteenth century thinkers such as Locke and Rousseau. The second generation consists of economic, social and cultural rights, which were propagated and recognized after the advent of socialism in the twentieth century. Therefore, the correct option is D.

Soru 73

Which of the followings is the major difference of the third generation of human rights in comparison to the first two genrations?

Seçenekler

A
Focus on cultural rights.
B
Focus on group rights.
C
Focus on social rights.
D
Focus on economic rights.
E
Focus on first world countries.
Açıklama:
In the 1970s, a “third generation” rights emerged with the predominant support of the developing countries. In contrast to the individual’s rights (i.e., the first two generations rights), these are collective or group rights such as the right to development, right to healthy human environment, right to peace, and right to self-determination. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Soru 74

How many member states form the Human Rights Council that reports to the General Assembly?

Seçenekler

A
17
B
27
C
37
D
47
E
57
Açıklama:
The Human Rights Council is a subsidiary organ of the General Assembly. Unlike the CHR, which was a subsidiary body of the ECOSOC and reporting to the ECOSOC, the Human Rights Council reports to the General Assembly. “The Council is made of 47 Member States, which are elected by the members of the General Assembly of the United Nations through direct and secret ballot. Members of the Council serve for a period of three years and are not eligible for immediate re-election after serving two consecutive terms. The Council’s Membership is based on equitable geographical distribution. Seats are distributed as follows:
• African States: 13 seats
• Asia-Pacific States: 13 seats
• Latin American and Caribbean States: 8 seats
• Western European and other States: 7 seats
• Eastern European States: 6 seats” (www.ohchr.org).

Soru 75

Which of the following is not one of the ideological approaches to human rights theory?

Seçenekler

A
Feminist and Queer Theory
B
Natural Law Theory
C
Positivism
D
Marxist Approach
E
Sociological Approach
Açıklama:
The term “human rights,” fulfils two different but consistent functions: (1) the phrase ‘universal human rights’ is used to assert that universal norms of standards are applicable to all human societies. This assertion has its roots in the medieval notions of natural law. (2) The idea of human rights is used to affirm that all individuals, solely by virtue of being humans, have moral rights which no society or state should deny. This idea has its roots in the classical theories of natural rights. Despite these consistent functions, there are different approaches to human rights. These approaches are Natural Law Theory, Positivism, and Marxist, Sociological and Modern Approaches.

Soru 76

To whom do the main duties deriving from human rights fall on?

Seçenekler

A
To individuals
B
To the states
C
To United Nations
D
To the international communitiy
E
To international Human Rights Courts
Açıklama:
Human rights law imposes a responsibility on the state to respect and protect these rights and,the main duties deriving from human
rights fall on states and their authorities or agents, not on individuals.

Soru 77

Which of the following is a part of group rights?

Seçenekler

A
Right to vote
B
Right to petition
C
Right to life
D
Right to equality
E
Right to peace
Açıklama:
In the 1970s, a “third generation” rights emerged with the predominant support of the developing countries. In contrast to
the individual’s rights (i.e., the first two generations rights), these are collective or group rights such as the right to development, right to healthy human environment, right to peace, and right to
self-determination.

Soru 78

The concept of human rights is based on the belief that every human being is entitled to enjoy her/his rights without discrimination. Human rights are inherent in all human beings by virtue of their being humans.
To which of the following characteristics does this statement refer to?

Seçenekler

A
Human rights are universal.
B
Human rights are inalienable.
C
Human rights are indivisible.
D
Human rights are interrelated.
E
Human rights are impartial.
Açıklama:
The term “human rights,” fulfils two different but consistent functions: (1) the phrase ‘universal human rights’ is used to assert that universal norms of standards are applicable to all human societies. (2) The idea of human rights is used to affirm that all individuals, solely by virtue of being humans, have moral rights which no society or state should deny.

Soru 79

The first reference of personal liberties is found in which of the following documents?

Seçenekler

A
Magna Carta
B
Bill of Rights
C
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
D
Virginia Declaration of Rights
E
French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen
Açıklama:
The concept of human rights dates back to antiquity. One can find reference to rights in many national documents. The first reference of personal liberties is found in the Magna Carta of 1215 in England. Other notable references prior to the 19th century are the 1776 Virginia Declaration of Rights and the 1789 French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen. The institutionalization of human rights in national documents penetrated into the international system at the end of the 18th century.

Soru 80

Which of the following rights did the treaties related to minorities’ rights during the time of League of Nations not cover?

Seçenekler

A
The protection of life and liberty
B
Free exercise of religion
C
Equality before the law
D
Freedom of organization for religious and
educational purposes.
E
Freedom of movement
Açıklama:
In the 19thcentury a special exception was made for humanitarian intervention to prevent human rights abuses. Even before the United Nations was created, some treaties had been signed regarding the treatment of minorities. Although the Covenant of the League of Nations did not have any provision in this regard, the execution of these treaties was put under the guarantee of the League. Moreover, these treaties could not be modified without the consent of the League Council. In some cases, clauses included to bring the violation of treaty obligations before special tribunals. These treaties, however, were limited in their objectives and related to certain minorities. They did not create general obligations to respect fundamental human rights. The minority rights covered under these treaties were: the protection of life and liberty; free exercise of religion without discrimination on grounds of language, race or religion; equality before the law; and the freedom of organization for religious and educational purposes. These rights were mainly civil and political in nature. However, this protection was not extended to the rights of the individual.

Soru 81

Which of the following is the first critical instrument of United Nations?

Seçenekler

A
Virginia Declaration of Rights
B
Bill of Rights
C
Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen
D
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
E
European Convention of Human Rights
Açıklama:
The UN Charter, which has played the catalyst role in the human rights movement, does not give a definition of fundamental freedoms and human rights, nor does it provide any machinery to secure their observance. This task has been fulfilled by the subsequent United Nations instruments. The First critical instrument was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the General Assembly on December 10, 1948. It defined expressly certain human rights and fundamental freedoms that need to be protected.

Soru 82

Which of the following is not part of the International Bill of Rights?

Seçenekler

A
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
B
International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
C
Optional Protocols to the Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
D
Universal Declaration on Human Rights
E
European Convention on Human Rights
Açıklama:
Among the human rights agreements, the most important are the two Covenants adopted by the General Assembly in 196.
a) the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and its
two Optional Protocols, and
b) the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural
Rights.
These two Covenants, Optional Protocols to the Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Universal Declaration on Human Rights together form the International Bill of Rights.

Soru 83

Which that was The Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted?

Seçenekler

A
24 October 1945
B
12 July 1946
C
10 December 1948
D
13 September 1950
E
11 September 2001
Açıklama:
The UN Charter, which has played the catalyst role in the human rights movement, does not give a definition of fundamental freedoms and human rights, nor does it provide any machinery to secure their observance. This task has been fulfilled by the subsequent United Nations instruments. The First critical instrument was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the General Assembly on December 10, 1948. It defined expressly certain human rights and fundamental freedoms that need to be protected.

Soru 84

Which of the following is not a regional human rights protection mechanism?

Seçenekler

A
United Nations
B
European Court of Human Rights
C
The Council of Europe
D
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
E
The American Convention on Human Rights
Açıklama:
United Nations is a global human rights protection mechanism.

Soru 85

I. Human rights are inherent in all human beings by virtue of their being human.
II. Human rights are inalienable.
III. Human rights are equally applicable to all.
Which of the above are true about human rights?

Seçenekler

A
Only I
B
Only III
C
I and II
D
II and III
E
I, II and III
Açıklama:
All of them are true about human rights.

Soru 86

Who is the chief exponent of natural rights theory?

Seçenekler

A
Jeremy Bentham
B
John Austin
C
John Locke
D
Eleanor Roosevelt
E
Karl Marx
Açıklama:
John Locke is the chief exponent of natural rights theory.

Soru 87

Under which approach is the source of human rights to be found only in the enactments of law with sanctions attached to it?

Seçenekler

A
Positivism
B
Natural Law Theory
C
The Marxist Approach
D
The Sociological Approach
E
The Modern Approach
Açıklama:
Under the positivist theory, the source of human rights is to be found only in the enactments of law with sanctions attached to it.

Soru 88

The focal point of which approach is to recognize the contextuality of human rights in terms of the conditions of a society?

Seçenekler

A
Natural Law Theory
B
The Marxist Approach
C
Positivism
D
The Sociological Approach
E
The Modern Approach
Açıklama:
The focal point of Marxism is to recognize the contextuality of human rights in terms of the conditions of a society.

Soru 89

Which approach identifies the empirical components of a human rights system in the context of the social process?

Seçenekler

A
The Modern Approach
B
The Sociological Approach
C
The Marxist Approach
D
Natural Law Theory
E
Positivism
Açıklama:
The sociological approach identifies the empirical components of a human rights system in the context of the social process.

Soru 90

Where can the first reference of personal liberties be found?

Seçenekler

A
Magna Carta
B
The Virginia Declaration of Rights
C
French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen
D
League of Nations
E
The African Charter on Human Rights and Peoples’ Rights
Açıklama:
The first reference of personal liberties is found in the Magna Carta of 1215 in England.

Soru 91

I. It consists of civil rights.
II. It consists of political rights.
III. It is mainly based on natural rights philosophy of the eighteenthcentury thinkers.
IV. It consists of cultural rights.
Which of the above can be said about the first generation of human rights?

Seçenekler

A
I and II
B
III and IV
C
I, II and III
D
II, III and IV
E
I, II, III and IV
Açıklama:
The second generation of human rights consists of cultural rights.

Soru 92

What was the first critical United Nations instrument, adopted by the General Assembly on December 10, 1948 which defined expressly certain human rights and fundamental freedoms that need to be protected?

Seçenekler

A
The Commission on Human Rights
B
International Bill of Rights
C
1986 Declaration on the Right to Development
D
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
E
Special Rapporteurs
Açıklama:
The first critical United Nations instrument was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the General Assembly on December 10, 1948. It defined expressly certain human rights and fundamental freedoms that need to be protected.

Soru 93

What is the permanent secretariat of the International Labour Organization?

Seçenekler

A
European Social Charter
B
Conciliation Commission
C
Committee against Torture
D
Committee for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
E
The International Labour Office
Açıklama:
The International Labour Office is the permanent secretariat of the International Labour Organization.

Soru 94

What is "lessening or restriction of the authority, strength, or power of a law, right, or obligation." called?

Seçenekler

A
Convention
B
Derogation
C
In limine
D
Organization
E
Charter
Açıklama:
Derogation: Lessening or restriction of the authority, strength, or power of a law, right, or obligation.

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