LAW OF THE SEA
The sea and all areas of the sea are regulated by international law. The jurisdiction of international law extends from the right of passage over the open waters to the exploitation of sea resources and the corresponding rights and responsibilities. Historically, the sea has been used for multifarious purposes. These purposes include traveling, trade, military maneuvers etc. As the sea is of vital importance to man, there must undoubtedly be a set of rules in place to regulate its usage. The most important and all-encompassing treaty on sea is the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) 1982. This Convention regulates the boundaries and other issues relating to the seas globally. It has almost universal adoption and most states have implemented the Convention through domestic legislation.