Lesson 9

Question 1

General Principles of Law

Answer 1

1) Concept
2) Origin

Question 2

Art. 38.1 c of the Statute of ICJ

Answer 2

recognizes the source of international law “the general principles of law recognized by civilized nations”

Question 3

Do IOs have autonomous decision making centres?

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

Should IOs be considered sources of IL?

Answer 4

Yes - though not provided for in art. 38

Question 5

How do normative acts of international organizations operate?

Answer 5

They are Non binding resolutions (also known as soft law must be complied with in good faith and set
guidelines for the conduct of States