IHL syllabus

Module – I

1. Introduction to International Humanitarian Law (IHL).

2. History and Development of IHL
3. Application of IHL
4. IAC and NIAC
5. IHL and Human Rights
6. Definitions

Module II-Rules Of Conduct Of Hostilities.

1. General Limitations on the Means and Methods of Warfare

2. Specific Weapons Regime
3. The Principle Of Distinction.
4. Rule Of Military Necessity and Rule Of Proportionality.
5. Prohibition Of Direct And Indiscriminate Attacks.

Module III

1. Protected Persons And Property.

2. Wounded, The Sick, The Shipwrecked
3. Prisoners Of War.
4. Medical, Religious And Relief Personnel.
5. Protection Of Civilians.
6. Protection of Women.
7. Protection of Children.
8. Protection of Refugees and Internally displaced Persons
9. Protection Of Cultural Property.

Module IV

1. Implementation of IHL