Vienna Convention On Law Of treaties Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties?
To provide a comprehensive legal framework for the negotiation, adoption, and enforcement of treaties.
In what year was the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties adopted?
1969
True or False: The Vienna Convention applies only to treaties between states.
True
What is a treaty according to the Vienna Convention?
An international agreement concluded between states in written form and governed by international law.
Fill in the blank: The Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties consists of _____ articles.
85
Which article of the Vienna Convention defines a treaty?
Article 2
What is the significance of Article 18 of the Vienna Convention?
It outlines the obligation of states not to defeat the object and purpose of a treaty prior to its entry into force.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of treaty according to the Vienna Convention? A) Bilateral B) Multilateral C) Unilateral D) None of the above
C) Unilateral
What does ‘ratification’ mean in the context of treaties?
The formal approval by a state of a treaty, which signifies its consent to be bound by the treaty.
True or False: A state can withdraw from a treaty at any time without consequences.
False
What is the role of ‘reservations’ in treaties?
Reservations allow a state to modify the legal effect of certain provisions of a treaty in relation to that state.
Which article addresses the amendment of treaties?
Article 39
Fill in the blank: The Vienna Convention allows for the suspension of treaties under certain conditions, as stated in Article _____.
60
What is the principle of ‘pacta sunt servanda’?
It means that treaties must be performed in good faith.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a method for the termination of treaties? A) Mutual consent B) Change in circumstances C) Breach D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What does Article 46 of the Vienna Convention pertain to?
It deals with the validity of treaties in relation to the internal law of a state.
True or False: A treaty can be invalidated if it is concluded under duress.
True
What is meant by ‘force majeure’ in the context of treaty law?
An unforeseen event that prevents a state from fulfilling its treaty obligations.
Name one condition under which a treaty may be considered void.
If it is concluded by a state that lacks the capacity to enter into treaties.
What does Article 31 of the Vienna Convention discuss?
It outlines the rules for treaty interpretation.
Fill in the blank: A state must notify other parties of its intention to withdraw from a treaty as per Article _____.
65
Multiple Choice: Which article specifies the rules for the entry into force of treaties? A) Article 24 B) Article 25 C) Article 26 D) Article 27
A) Article 24
What is the effect of a ‘conflict of treaties’ as per the Vienna Convention?
A later treaty prevails over an earlier one if the parties to both treaties are the same.
True or False: The Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties has universal applicability.
False
What is the function of the International Law Commission in relation to the Vienna Convention?
It played a key role in drafting the convention and promoting its acceptance among states.
