Nirma University
“Institute of Law
Mid Semester Examination, August - September 2012
B.A., LL. B.(Hons,) (RPRC), Semester- VIII
2BAL802 Public International Law
Roll/Exam Supervisor's Initial with date
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: 1. 30 Hours Max. Mar!
Instructions: 1. Attempt all questions.
2. Figures to right indicate full marks.
Oe Elucidate “Custom” as a source of International Law citing 15
relevant judicial decisions
Q. 2 A. Explain the“ basis of Public International Law. Is Public 13
International Law a real “Law"? Critically examine
Q. 2 B What are the essentials of a State as enumerated by the 12
Vienna Convention
3 Explain the concept of International Legality of a government 10
OR
3 “A treaty should be interpreted in good faith and original 10
meaning of the words is to be given to interpret the treaty”
Explain the statement, with regards to the norms for
interpretation of treaties