THE SETTLEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL DISPUTES BY MEANS OF ADJUDICATIVE METHODS UNDER PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW

Abstract

This research examines how countries resolve their disputes through courts and tribunals in Public International Law. The focus is on how these neutral judicial bodies help maintain peace and legal order. It explains that approaching judicial institutions provides a mechanism for countries to settle disagreements using international law. Countries refer their disputes to judicial institutions to work them out amicably. The study also takes a look at the historical development of this system. It starts from arbitration and moves on to the creation of permanent bodies like the International Court of Justice. At the same time it examines the legal framework that supports dispute settlement. This includes treaties, customary international law and the UN system. The research also examines how these methods work in practice. There are problems, such as weak enforcement, political interference, limited jurisdiction and inconsistent state compliance. For example the Corfu Channel case and Nicaragua v. United States show both the power and limitations of adjudication. In the end the study concludes that while going to court promotes conflict resolution more needs to be done. It relies on enforcement, better country cooperation and improved adherence to judicial rulings for real impact. The International Court of Justice plays a central role in this process. Countries must work together to make international adjudication more effective.