Public International law by Dr. S.R. Myneni
Book Overview
Public international law — often referred to simply as international law — sets the legal framework for how nations interact with each other and with international entities. This authoritative text by Dr. Myneni provides an in‑depth and student‑friendly exposition of major topics such as:
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Nature and Scope of International Law: Definition, history, and purpose of international law and its role in regulating peaceful and cooperative conduct among states.
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Sources of International Law: Treaties, customary law, general principles, judicial decisions, and the role of international practice.
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State Sovereignty and Subjects: The legal status of states, recognition of states and governments, and the position of individuals and international organizations in the international legal order.
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State Jurisdiction and Responsibility: How states exercise jurisdiction, the law of state responsibility, and diplomatic and consular relations.
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International Institutions: The role and functions of key international bodies such as the United Nations and specialized agencies.
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Law of Treaties: Principles of treaty-making, interpretation, amendment, and termination.
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Peace and Security: Legal frameworks related to the use of force, peaceful settlement of disputes, and humanitarian law (depending on edition).
Dr. Myneni’s text balances theoretical clarity with practical perspective, helping learners build a solid conceptual foundation while also understanding how international legal norms are applied in real‑world contexts.