Rules Of War In Military Science

The modern rules of war trace their origins to the chivalric practices of medieval Europe. Feudal knights were bound by the law of chivalry, a customary code of conduct that could be enforced in local courts throughout western Europe by a military commander of any nation. Premised on notions of justice and fairness, the law of chivalry gave birth to the distinction between soldier and civilian and the idea that women, children, and older persons should be shielded from the bloody fields of combat. The Roman Catholic Church also influenced the development of these rules, differentiating between just and unjust wars and denouncing certain weapons as odious to God. The Principles of War are broad guidelines which influence the conduct of war at every level of military operations. They are based on past experience wherein their application with judgement led to victory. They are not rules; yet disregarding them involves risk and could result in failure. Military Law is founded on the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). The UCMI applies to all branches of the US military and governs most issues of legal concern for soldiers and others subject to the jurisdiction of US military courts. For example, the UCM] covers the different types of court-martial, the apprehension and treatment of prisoners (both foreign and domestic), and the trial process for military tribunals. The UCMJ also covers the rules governing military jurisdiction, legal investigations, discharges from the service, the release and revision of military records, post-trial review procedures, and appellate procedures. The UCMI applies to all active-duty, reservist, national guard, and retired military personnel. As the book addresses this crucial issue quite deftly, it is hoped that it would prove to be a source of great information for the reader.
Contents
Rules and Laws of War • Perspectives of Rules of War • International Law and Defensive Use of Military Force • Military War: Theory and Practice in Early 21st Century • The Law and Rules of Engagement • Information Warfare and International Law • Principles of Military Strategy in War • Military Use of High Technology
Dr. Kaushal Kishore Deo,is at present Asst. Professor Deptt of Political Science at J.V.
S.College of Arts and Science Agnoor. He did his M.A. in Political Science from JNU and M.Phil from Delhi University. He is very brilliant teacher and professional having great communication skill with the students. He has attended several seminars and conferences and presented research papers. He has completed a minor research project under UGC.