POLI 4041 Chapter : POLI 4041
Document Summary
International law is a subfield of political science. If you are truly sovereign, no law will apply to you. In terms of political science, international law is treated with disdain. Even though international laws are made, they are not abided by. Nation states make the laws that apply to them. Subsistence living mostly used in referral to third world countries, they still survive. Even though international law is often violated, it still subsists. Non-use of force, proportionality = same amount, commensurate. Niva pillary very critical of the security council. Too much politics, international law is not to blame, too focused on national interests. International law not equal to municipal law reason . International law is between among countries; not effective, skeptical, every once in a while, failing. Absence of government: municipal law is considered local law; more effective, positive, due to enforcement, the. Law remains the law even if it is not enforced.
