Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space
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UN General Assembly resolution
United Nations principles
non‑binding international instrument
space law instrument
Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space is a set of United Nations-adopted guidelines that regulate the conduct, rights, and responsibilities of states engaged in satellite-based observation of the Earth.
All labels observed (2)
| Label | Occurrences |
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| Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space canonical | 3 |
| UN Remote Sensing Principles | 1 |
How this entity was disambiguated
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NED1
Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space Context triple: [United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs, administers, Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space]
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Earth observation
Earth observation is the collection and analysis of information about Earth’s physical, chemical, and biological systems using remote sensing technologies such as satellites, aircraft, and ground-based sensors.
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B.
Commission F – Wave Propagation and Remote Sensing
Commission F – Wave Propagation and Remote Sensing is a specialized body within the International Union of Radio Science that focuses on the scientific study and characterization of radio-wave propagation and remote sensing techniques in the Earth’s environment.
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C.
Subtitle VI – Earth Observations
Subtitle VI – Earth Observations is a section of U.S. space law that establishes federal policies and programs for collecting, managing, and using Earth observation data from space-based and related systems.
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Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992
The Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992 is a U.S. federal law that established the framework for commercial and civil satellite remote sensing activities, balancing national security, commercial interests, and public access to Earth observation data.
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E.
Goddard Earth Observing System models
The Goddard Earth Observing System models are a suite of advanced atmospheric and Earth system models used for global weather, climate, and data assimilation research and forecasting.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
NED2
Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space Target entity description: Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space is a set of United Nations-adopted guidelines that regulate the conduct, rights, and responsibilities of states engaged in satellite-based observation of the Earth.
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A.
Earth observation
Earth observation is the collection and analysis of information about Earth’s physical, chemical, and biological systems using remote sensing technologies such as satellites, aircraft, and ground-based sensors.
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B.
Commission F – Wave Propagation and Remote Sensing
Commission F – Wave Propagation and Remote Sensing is a specialized body within the International Union of Radio Science that focuses on the scientific study and characterization of radio-wave propagation and remote sensing techniques in the Earth’s environment.
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C.
Subtitle VI – Earth Observations
Subtitle VI – Earth Observations is a section of U.S. space law that establishes federal policies and programs for collecting, managing, and using Earth observation data from space-based and related systems.
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D.
Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992
The Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992 is a U.S. federal law that established the framework for commercial and civil satellite remote sensing activities, balancing national security, commercial interests, and public access to Earth observation data.
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E.
Goddard Earth Observing System models
The Goddard Earth Observing System models are a suite of advanced atmospheric and Earth system models used for global weather, climate, and data assimilation research and forecasting.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (49)
| Predicate | Object |
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| instanceOf |
UN General Assembly resolution
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United Nations principles ⓘ non‑binding international instrument ⓘ space law instrument ⓘ |
| adoptedAtSession | 41st session of the United Nations General Assembly ⓘ |
| adoptedBy |
United Nations
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United Nations General Assembly ⓘ |
| adoptionDate | 1986-12-03 ⓘ |
| adoptionMethod | consensus ⓘ |
| appliesTo |
all states conducting remote sensing of the Earth from outer space
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governmental remote sensing programs ⓘ non‑governmental remote sensing activities under state jurisdiction ⓘ |
| basedOn |
Outer Space Treaty
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Outer Space Treaty ⓘ
surface form:
Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies
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| containsProvisionOn |
data policy for remote sensing products
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international cooperation in remote sensing ⓘ prior consultation with sensed states in certain cases ⓘ promotion of developing countries’ capabilities in remote sensing ⓘ |
| developedBy |
Legal Subcommittee of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space
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surface form:
Legal Subcommittee of the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space
United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space ⓘ |
| geographicalScope | global ⓘ |
| hasOfficialName | Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space self-link ⓘ |
| language |
Arabic
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Chinese ⓘ English ⓘ French ⓘ Russian ⓘ Spanish ⓘ |
| legalField |
international environmental law
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international space law ⓘ |
| legalStatus | non‑binding ⓘ |
| principle |
remote sensing activities shall be conducted in accordance with international law, including the Charter of the United Nations and the Outer Space Treaty
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remote sensing data and processed information shall be made available to the international community for the benefit of all countries ⓘ remote sensing shall be carried out for the benefit and in the interest of all countries ⓘ sensed states shall have access to data concerning their territory on a non‑discriminatory basis and on reasonable cost terms ⓘ sensing states shall promote protection of the Earth’s natural environment ⓘ states shall bear international responsibility for national activities in remote sensing, whether carried out by governmental or non‑governmental entities ⓘ states shall take measures to prevent harmful interference with remote sensing activities ⓘ |
| regulates |
conduct of states in remote sensing activities
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distribution of remote sensing data ⓘ rights and obligations of sensed states ⓘ rights and obligations of sensing states ⓘ |
| relatedTo |
Principles Governing the Use by States of Artificial Earth Satellites for International Direct Television Broadcasting
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Principles Relevant to the Use of Nuclear Power Sources in Outer Space ⓘ |
| repository | United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs ⓘ |
| shortName |
Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space
self-linksurface differs
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surface form:
UN Remote Sensing Principles
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| subjectMatter |
remote sensing of the Earth from outer space
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satellite Earth observation ⓘ |
| UNResolutionNumber | A/RES/41/65 ⓘ |
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Subject: Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space Description of subject: Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space is a set of United Nations-adopted guidelines that regulate the conduct, rights, and responsibilities of states engaged in satellite-based observation of the Earth.
Referenced by (4)
Full triples — surface form annotated when it differs from this entity's canonical label.
United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs
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administers
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Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space
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Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space
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Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space
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Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space
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shortName
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Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space
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this entity surface form:
UN Remote Sensing Principles
Principles Relevant to the Use of Nuclear Power Sources in Outer Space
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Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space
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