A Critique on the Book “International Space Law” The narration of the Extent of Law Beyond the Planets

Mahmoudi, Seyyed Hadi

doi:10.30465/crtls.2020.5031

Document Type : Research

Author

Seyyed Hadi Mahmoudi

Assistant Professor of International Law, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran

https://doi.org/10.30465/crtls.2020.5031

Abstract

Space law is one of the newest and most innovative branches of international law, and along with the activities of space since the 50's, the relevant legal provisions have also been developed, and, in this regard, numerous books and articles have been published in the West. However, Persian legal literature has been slow and inactive. Among the few efforts is the book "International Space Law" by Hussein Navadeh Toupchi. The book includes a variety of sections, including the international law governing space, the legal aspects of space technology, the status of earth orbits, the environmental law, responsibility, dispute settlement and arms control. He attempted to explain each subject in a critical and analytical manner. The present paper, while introducing and editing the contents of the book and its privileges, tries to address the book’s downsides fairly and specifically addresses issues not addressed in the book.

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Main Subjects

Jurisprudence and Law

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A Critique on the Book “International Space Law” The narration of the Extent of Law Beyond the Planets

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Volume 19, Issue 12 - Serial Number 76
March 2020
Pages 299-316

A Critique on the Book “International Space Law” The narration of the Extent of Law Beyond the Planets

References

References

Volume 19, Issue 12 - Serial Number 76March 2020Pages 299-316

Volume 19, Issue 12 - Serial Number 76
March 2020
Pages 299-316