Multiple choice

Assertion (A): International law is not potent enough to restrain a powerful state which has no respect for public opinion. Reason (R): Sanctions behind international law are weak.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation

  2. Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation

  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false

  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Both assertion and reason are correct. International law lacks strong enforcement mechanisms against powerful states because sanctions are weak - there's no global police force, mandatory jurisdiction, or effective punitive measures. The reason correctly explains why international law appears ineffective against states that disregard global opinion. Powerful states can often ignore international law without serious consequences, unlike weaker states.

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