Question

According to the Montevideo Convention of 1933, what are the essential requirements for a state?

• A. A state must possess a permanent population, defined territory, government, and the capacity to enter into relations with other states.
• B. A state must have a defined territory and government, but the permanent population and capacity to enter into relations are not required.
• C. A state must have a permanent population and defined territory, but the government and capacity to enter into relations are not necessary.
• D. A state must have the capacity to enter into relations with other states, but the permanent population, defined territory, and government are not essential.

Hint:

To qualify as a state in international law, four conditions are mandatory — population, territory, government, and diplomatic capacity.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The Montevideo Convention of 1933 is a cornerstone of international law, outlining the declarative theory of statehood.
According to Article 1 of the Convention, a state must fulfill the following criteria:
1. Permanent population
2. Defined territory
3. Government
4. Capacity to enter into relations with other states
These four elements ensure that a state has political organization, identity, and legitimacy in international relations.