Multiple choice

What is/are the subject(s) in international law?

  1. States only

  2. International organisations only

  3. States, international organisations and individuals

  4. United Nations only
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C Correct answer
Explanation

States and non-state actors like individuals, international organisations, multinational companies and international non-governmental organisations are regulated by, or subjected to, international law. They are called subjects of international law. These subjects have international legal personality. In other words, they have certain rights and duties under international law and they can exercise these rights and duties.

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