Under the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties, which approach is primary when interpreting a treaty?
Correct answer: C. The ordinary meaning of its terms in their context and object
- A. The historical intention of the treaty's depositary alone
- B. The domestic meaning given by one party's national courts
- C. The ordinary meaning of its terms in their context and object
- D. The political preference of the state applying the treaty
Explanation
Treaties are interpreted in good faith according to the ordinary meaning of their terms, their context, and the treaty's object and purpose. National court interpretations or unilateral political preferences cannot by themselves control the international interpretation.
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