LCP4801
ASSIGNMENT 02
SEMESTER 2
DUE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2024
, QUESTION 1
1.1 Explanation of Inclusive Pedagogy
1.1 Position of South African Law Regarding the Use of Force
South African law on the use of force is primarily influenced by international
legal principles and the country's own legal framework. The Constitution of
South Africa and the International Relations Act, along with international
treaties that South Africa has ratified, provide the basis for understanding
South Africa's stance on the use of force.
1. Constitutional Framework: Section 198 of the South African
Constitution provides for the promotion and protection of human
rights in all areas, including the prohibition of violence. The
Constitution aligns with international human rights norms, ensuring
that South Africa respects the principle of non-intervention in the
internal affairs of other states and refrains from the use of force,
except under legally justified circumstances.
2. International Relations Act: The International Relations Act, 2002,
mandates that South Africa's international engagements, including
the use of force, must align with international law, particularly the
ASSIGNMENT 02
SEMESTER 2
DUE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2024
, QUESTION 1
1.1 Explanation of Inclusive Pedagogy
1.1 Position of South African Law Regarding the Use of Force
South African law on the use of force is primarily influenced by international
legal principles and the country's own legal framework. The Constitution of
South Africa and the International Relations Act, along with international
treaties that South Africa has ratified, provide the basis for understanding
South Africa's stance on the use of force.
1. Constitutional Framework: Section 198 of the South African
Constitution provides for the promotion and protection of human
rights in all areas, including the prohibition of violence. The
Constitution aligns with international human rights norms, ensuring
that South Africa respects the principle of non-intervention in the
internal affairs of other states and refrains from the use of force,
except under legally justified circumstances.
2. International Relations Act: The International Relations Act, 2002,
mandates that South Africa's international engagements, including
the use of force, must align with international law, particularly the
