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At the International Labour Conference, a draft Convention on platform work is put to a final vote. Of 300 delegates present and voting, 195 vote in favour. A delegate argues the Convention is adopted because a simple majority was obtained. Applying the ILO Constitution's rule, what is the position?

The Convention is not adopted. Under the ILO Constitution, a Convention or Recommendation requires a two-thirds majority of votes cast by delegates present. Two-thirds of 300 is 200, and only 195 voted in favour, so a simple majority does not suffice.

  1. AAdopted, because a simple majority of votes cast suffices
  2. BAdopted only if the Governing Body later approves by two-thirds
  3. CNot adopted, because it needs a two-thirds majority of delegates present and 195 is below the 200 requiredCorrect
  4. DNot adopted, because it needs unanimity among government delegates

Explanation

A Convention or Recommendation needs a two-thirds majority of the votes cast by delegates present. Two-thirds of 300 is 200, and 195 falls short by five votes. A simple majority is insufficient, and the Governing Body has no role in confirming adoption.

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