The question (6 marks)
The fictional States of Corvia and Delmar are locked in a border dispute that has already produced armed clashes. Corvia is a permanent member of the Security Council. Delmar brings the matter to the Council, which proposes a draft recommending that the parties refer the dispute to arbitration, and Corvia votes against it; later, when the clashes worsen, a draft imposing an arms embargo on Corvia is tabled and Corvia votes against that too. Advise Delmar on the effect of Corvia's two votes. (6 marks)
MU Module III, Chapter VI and Chapter VII, Article 27(3); pack ch. 03, sections 2.2, 5.3 and 5.4.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 3 · Dispute Redressal Mechanisms of Political Science – III (International Relations).
Authorities you will need
- UN Charter, Article 27(3) and its proviso
- UN Charter, Articles 36 and 37
- UN Charter, Articles 25, 39, 41 and 42
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