LCP4801
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 2)
DUE DATE: 4 September 2023
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QUESTION 1
Name the theory/principle/doctrine/concept that is being referred to in each of the statements below:
1. One of the most time-honoured principles of international law is that which enjoins States to
implement their international obligations in good faith.
ANSWER:
➢ Pacta sunt servanda
2. This is the vehicle through which customary rules become part of the municipal legal system.
ANSWER:
➢ Incorporation doctrine
3. In many countries, and without more, treaties enjoy equal status with municipal law.
ANSWER:
➢ Monism
4. This doctrine does not apply in international law, irrespective of the similarity between the issues
and dispute.
ANSWER:
➢ Renvoi doctrine
5. “A collectivity of States established by treaty, with a constitution and common organs, having a
personality distinct from that of its member-States, and being a subject of international law with
treaty-making capacity”.
ANSWER:
➢ International organization
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 2)
DUE DATE: 4 September 2023
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no later than
4 September 2023. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
QUESTION 1
Name the theory/principle/doctrine/concept that is being referred to in each of the statements below:
1. One of the most time-honoured principles of international law is that which enjoins States to
implement their international obligations in good faith.
ANSWER:
➢ Pacta sunt servanda
2. This is the vehicle through which customary rules become part of the municipal legal system.
ANSWER:
➢ Incorporation doctrine
3. In many countries, and without more, treaties enjoy equal status with municipal law.
ANSWER:
➢ Monism
4. This doctrine does not apply in international law, irrespective of the similarity between the issues
and dispute.
ANSWER:
➢ Renvoi doctrine
5. “A collectivity of States established by treaty, with a constitution and common organs, having a
personality distinct from that of its member-States, and being a subject of international law with
treaty-making capacity”.
ANSWER:
➢ International organization
