Understanding International Treaties

This lesson explores the concept of treaties, their historical significance, and their role in international law. It discusses the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties, its application, and its limitations. The lesson also defines what constitutes a treaty and emphasizes the fundamental rule of treaty law, 'pacta sunt servanda', which means agreements must be kept.

What is a treaty primarily considered to be?

• A historical document

• A political statement

• An international agreement

• A domestic contract

Which of the following is NOT a subject that treaties can cover?

• Maritime borders

• International trade

• Local city planning

• Human rights

Which organization is NOT established by a treaty?

• United Nations

• World Trade Organization

• International Criminal Court

• Local Government Council

What is the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties primarily concerned with?

• The establishment of trade agreements

• The governance of international treaties

• The creation of new countries

• The regulation of domestic laws

When was the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties signed?

• 1980

• 1975

• 1965

• 1969

What is the primary focus of the lesson on treaties?

• The history of international diplomacy

• The making of treaties in general

• The rules and obligations of specific treaties

• The impact of treaties on domestic law

What is a key challenge faced by the 1986 Vienna Convention?

• Lack of international interest

• Insufficient ratifications

• Overlapping with domestic laws

• Excessive complexity

What does the term 'pacta sunt servanda' mean?

• Agreements must be kept

• Treaties are optional

• Contracts are binding

• Laws are flexible

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a treaty?

• Binding upon parties

• Governed by international law

• An international agreement

• A gentleman's agreement

What distinguishes a treaty from a domestic contract?

• Its lack of legal binding

• Its temporary validity

• Its informal nature

• Its international scope