Religious Studies A-Level
Jus ad bellum
What Jus ad bellum means in Religious Studies A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Jus ad bellum
The set of criteria that must be consulted before entering into war to determine if doing so is permissible.
Topics that use Jus ad bellum
- Application of ethical theories to issues of importance: War and peace, and Sexual ethics (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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