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Sihl 100: Society And International Humanitarian Law Question Paper

Sihl 100: Society And International Humanitarian Law

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Sociology

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
SECOND YEAR EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS IN SOCIOLOGY
SIHL 100: SOCIETY AND INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW
STREAMS: B.A SOCIOLOGY Y2S1 TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: TUESDAY 23/4/2013 11.30 AM – 1.30 PM
INSTRUCTIONS:

ANSWER QUESTION ONE AND ANY OTHER TWO QUESTIONS

Question 1 (30 Marks)

1. (a) Briefly explain the meaning of the following:

(i) Society [3 Marks]
(ii) National society [3 Marks]
(iii) International society [3 Marks]
(iv) Law [3 Marks]
(v) Humanitarian law [3 Marks]

(b) Explain one reason why we study humanitarian law in sociology. [15 Marks]

Question 2 (20 Marks)

(a) Suggest ways and means of managing armed conflict. [10 Marks]

(b) What are the challenges a person is likely to experience in managing armed conflict?
[10 Marks]

Question 3 (20 Marks)

(a) Describe the African traditional forms of law and justice with regard to armed conflict. [12 Marks]
(b) What are the limitations of African traditional forms of law and justice? [8 Marks]

Question 4 (20 Marks)

Write short notes on the role and function of the following in armed conflict

(a) Medical personnel [5 Marks]
(b) Human rights Commission [5 Marks]
(c) Humanity foundation [5 Marks]
(d) Funder groups [5 Marks]

Question 5 (20 Marks)

(a) Who is bound by international humanitarian law? [5 Marks]

(b) What international humanitarian law is applicable in Syria? [5 Marks]

(c) Does international human rights law still apply in Syria? [5 Marks]

(d) What are the basic principles of the laws of war? [5 Marks]

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Sihl 100: Society And International Humanitarian Law Question Paper

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