International Law - Human Rights

List TWO other terms that can be used to describe international conventions

Which of the following are features of international law? (Hint: more than one correct answer)

• Requires consideration

• Must be signed by authorised representative of the nation wishing to rely on it

• Must clearly set out terms

• Must be entered into voluntarily

What was the reason for the Geneva Convention and one of its main outcomes?

Bilateral treaties are

• binding agreements between two nations

• non-binding agreements between two nations

• non-binding agreements between several nations

• binding agreements between several nations

Define the term 'accession'

Select the United Nation's emblem

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Define the term 'ratification'

In 1899, the _____ __________, established the Permanent Court of Arbitrations as a venue for peaceful resolution of international disputes. Note- this did not prevent WW1 or WW2. This however did give rise to the creation of the United Nations in 1945 and later the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

Define the term 'reservation'

An international treaty first becomes legally enforceable in Australia when:

• enough nations adopt the treaty

• the Australian Government signs the treaty

• the Australian Government ratifies the treaty

• Commonwealth legislation is passed giving effect to the treaty