account by arbitrators implicitly. This should be given due consideration in - 219 -deciding whether to agree with the prevailing doctrinal view that the presence and the degree of fault or intentional element should in no way affect the computation of compensation. Although this approach was compatible with the narrow definition of pecuniary compensation, he none the less cautioned that such interpretation might not always be correct for the following reasons: (a) the various forms of reparation did not operate, in practice, in isolation; (b) the compensatory and retributive functions were in a sense always present in any one of the form of reparations and (c) the retributive or punitive function which seemed to be most typical of satisfaction might also in some cases affect the computation of damages in the form of the award of a higher amount of pecuniary compensation. 410. As regards the role of fault in satisfaction, the Special Rapporteur stated that it was clear that fault had played an important role with respect to the forms and degrees of satisfaction. State practice, particularly diplomatic practice, was marked by this trend, He mentioned that in most of the post-Second World War diplomatic practice, some degree of fault was presumably admitted by the offending State, in consideration ejther of the fact that the injury had been inflicted on foreign nationals or agents by ’ public officiale, or by the fact that the objects of injury were persons or premises with regard to which the injured State was entitled to special protection. According to the Special Rapporteur, the question remained, however , to what extent the fault of a low-ranking State agent was in fact the fault of the offending State. The Special Rapporteur stated that, subject to further research and reflections, he was inclined to believe that a State
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the concept of compensation and reparation in international law, particularly in the context of diplomatic practice and the role of fault in determining the amount of compensation. The language used is formal and technical, suggesting that the text is likely related to international relations or law.

**Category**
International trade, Law