What is the role of international law in international disagreements?
I can explain the role of international law and how it is applied to international conflicts.
- Year 11
What is the role of international law in international disagreements?
I can explain the role of international law and how it is applied to international conflicts.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- International humanitarian law balances universal rules with diverse cultural challenges to protect people in conflicts.
- The Geneva Conventions set universal rules for protecting civilians and prisoners during armed conflict.
- The ICC enforces humanitarian law by investigating and punishing individuals for serious crimes like war crimes.
- Some countries don’t join international courts, but global pressure encourages them to follow international law.
Keywords
Humanitarian law - international laws which govern how we must treat other humans
International Criminal Court - a permanent international court established to investigate, prosecute and try individuals accused of the most serious crimes against humanity
Common misconception
All countries are in the International Criminal Court and therefore it is effective at enforcing humanitarian laws.
Not all nations are part of the ICC, for example, the USA and Russia are not. The ICC attempts to enforce humanitarian laws anyway and members can bring cases against non-members.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which international agency is made up of the Security Council and General Assembly?
Q2.Which conflict began in 2022?
Q3.Which international military alliance has the agreement that if one member is attacked, then all will come to their defence?
Q4.Which of these is an NGO?
Q5.Which of these organisations focuses on health?
Q6.Match the word to its definition.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to its definition.
