Unit 4 Quiz Flashcards
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What does ICC stand for?
International Criminal Court – Tries individuals for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
What does UN stand for?
United Nations – Promotes global peace, security, human rights, and development.
What does ICRC stand for?
International Committee of the Red Cross – Protects victims of war and promotes International Humanitarian Law.
What does NGO stand for?
Non-Governmental Organization – Independent groups working on issues like human rights and humanitarian aid.
What does POW stand for?
Prisoner of War – A captured combatant protected under the Geneva Conventions.
What does ICJ stand for?
International Court of Justice – The UN’s top court that settles legal disputes between states.
What is the Just World Fallacy?
The belief that people always get what they deserve – which can lead to blaming victims and ignoring legal injustices.
How does the Just World Fallacy affect international law?
It reduces urgency to intervene, can delay justice, and undermines accountability for violations.
Why is journalism important to human rights and IHL?
It exposes abuses, documents violations, informs the public, and holds perpetrators accountable.
What are the Geneva Conventions?
Four treaties that protect civilians, wounded soldiers, POWs, and regulate conduct in armed conflict.
What is the purpose of the Geneva Conventions?
To limit the effects of war and protect those not taking part in hostilities.
What happened in the My Lai Massacre?
U.S. soldiers killed hundreds of unarmed Vietnamese civilians in 1968.
How is My Lai connected to IHL?
It was a war crime and a breach of the Geneva Conventions, highlighting the need for military accountability.
