What circumstances may a state invoke to exclude the wrongfulness of its conduct?

What circumstances may a state invoke to exclude the wrongfulness of its conduct?

What circumstances may a state invoke to exclude the wrongfulness of its conduct? Discuss, with reference to relevant case law.

Assessment criteria

• Assimilate the subject matter of the module.
• Apply theoretical notions to facts.
• Structure the work so that statements, arguments and conclusions flow coherently and logically.
• Use correct legal terminology.
• Make appropriate citations and references.
• Identify lacunæ and contradictions in judicial and non-judicial opinions