3. DEFINITION
A systematic arrangement of the
rules of law already in existence.
It is also considered as
modification.
It also construed as a method of
progressive development of Law.
4. HISTORY OF CODIFICATION
• Declaration of Paris, 1856
• Codification by Writers
• Two Hague Conferences
• Codification under the League of
Nations
• Codification under the United
Nations
5. CODIFICATION UNDER THE UNITED
NATIONS
International Law Commission
United Nations Commission for International Trade
Law (UNCITRAL)
General Assembly
6. CODIFICATION
Brings in clarity and
uniformity
Fills vacuums and
minimizes confusion
Easily applicable
Remains consistent
with the changing time.
Harmful for natural
growth due to its infant
stage.
Makes the system rigid
Increases disputes
relating to
interpretation
Customary laws are yet
no finalized.
Merits Demerits