Practice Case Study 3: The Universal Jurisdiction Principle - 5.5.3 | Unit 5: Human Rights and Global Justice | IB Board Grade 12 – Individuals and Societies
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5.5.3 - Case Study 3: The Universal Jurisdiction Principle

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Question 1

Easy

What is universal jurisdiction?

💡 Hint: Think about accountability beyond borders.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of crime that can be prosecuted under universal jurisdiction.

💡 Hint: What crimes are considered severe enough to affect all countries?

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Question 1

What does universal jurisdiction allow nations to do?

  • Only prosecute crimes within their own borders.
  • Prosecute serious crimes regardless of where they occurred.
  • Only prosecute crimes committed by their own citizens.

💡 Hint: Think about the principle of accountability.

Question 2

True or False: Universal jurisdiction is always accepted and welcomed by all countries.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of sovereignty.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Discuss how universal jurisdiction could be applied if a sitting head of state commits egregious human rights violations. What legal and political challenges might arise?

💡 Hint: Consider examples of political leaders facing accountability.

Question 2

Analyze the effectiveness of universal jurisdiction in different political regimes (democratic vs. authoritarian). Which regimes might resist this principle and why?

💡 Hint: Think about the implications of human rights on governance.

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