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International Law: Laws of War and Neutrality
The objectives of this course are to:
1. Make learners aware of the major concepts and principles of International system.
2. Acquaint the students with basic understanding of the foundational theories and concepts in international relations
3. Provide a framework to understand the features of International relations and their practical application.
Course Objectives (CO)
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POL 613 |
International Law: Laws of War and Neutrality |
CO109: Be prepared for careers which require expertise on the function of the international system and its impact and relevance to the national system. CO110: Address contemporary real world issues such as: how the rule of law is upheld at the international level and processes such as internationalization of national law. CO111: Apply their knowledge to contemporary problems, with their insight as to the interaction between international, regional, and national jurisdictions, the impact of non-legal systems such as politics and economics, and the consequences of fragmentation of international law into specialized sub-fields. CO112: Recognise and understand the basic concepts of International Studies, a foundational comprehension of the rudiments of International Law.
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Approach in teaching
Class discussions through presentations; Information of realistic situations to be presented and discussed.
Interactive sessions using various online resources. Classroom discussions based on real life situations.
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Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects |
Laws of Air and Outer Space;
Settlement of International Disputes- Role of UN and International Court of Justice
Laws of War- Meaning, features and Declaration of War; Belligerents; Combatants and Non-Combatants; Effects of the outbreak of War
Laws of Land Warfare;
Laws of Maritime Warfare;
Laws of Ariel Warfare
War Crimes; Genocide; Prize Courts
Termination of War
Laws of Neutrality-Concept; Rights and Duties of Neutrals;
Right of Angary; Contrabands; Blockade; Unneutral Service
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