Question

Where do we find the 'general principles of law recognised by civilised nations' (Article 38 ICJ Statute)?

Options

• We look for established principles of law recognised only among the most civilised nations

• We look for established principles of law, which are common to all major legal systems

• We look for general principles of International law recognised by International Courts and tribunals

• We look for general principles of law recognised by all nations

Answer 1

We look for established principles of law, which are common to all major legal systems