The Article 51 of our Constitution talk about the adherence to the international convention that we have signed over the years.
Gramophone co. of India v. Birendra 1984 SC ( Article 51 case )
It has been observed that there can be no question that nations must march, with the International community and the municipal law must respect rules of international law even as nations respect International opinion
Promotion of international peace and security Article 51
- The Article 51 of in the Indian Constitution state that, The state shall endeavour to –
- a) Promote international peace and security
- b) Maintain just and honorable relations between nations
- (c) Foster respect for international law and treaty obligations in the dealings of organized peoples with one another.
- (d) Encourage settlement of international disputes by arbitration.
Promote international peace and security
India follow the principle of Vasudhaiva kutumbakam (वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्) means The World is One Family.
- To develop friendly relations among nations based on respect for the principle of equal rights and self-determination of peoples,
- And to take other appropriate measures to strengthen universal peace.
Maintain just and honorable relations between nations
The Constitution sub section b of Article 51 talks about, that to Maintain just and honorable relations between nations, means the country has to build and promote friendly relationship between there neighborhood nations which just and peace of their people and of the neighborhood nations.
Foster respect for international law and treaty obligations in the dealings of organized peoples with one another
Article 51(c) of the Constitution talk about Foster respect for international law and treaty obligations in the dealings of organized peoples with one another.
Means, support and respect to international law which india has its signatory or signed. The state shall promote and follow the obligations of international treaties dealing of organised people with one another.
J.G Verghese v. Bank of Cochin 1980 SC (Article 51(c) case)
It has been held that International covenant on civil and political right is not binding on the municipal courts until the Municipal Law is changed to accommodate the covenant through India is a signatory to the covenant.
And article 51 (C) of the Constitution obligate the state to Foster respect of international law and Treaty obligation in dealing of organised people with one another.
Encourage settlement of international disputes by arbitration
The Article 51(d) of the Constitution talk about Encourage settlement of international disputes by arbitration.
The country shall, encourage the arbitration Settlement, means peacebuilding conversation between the nation or individual of any dispute arises and resolve any international dispute between the nation or individual through table talk or intermediary.