Textbook on International Human Rights

Synopsis

Clearly Written And Broad In Scope, Textbook On International Human Rights Gives A Concise Introduction To International Human Rights, Including Regional Systems Of Protection And The Key Substantive Rights. The Author Skillfully Guides Students Through The Complexities Of The Subject, Making It Accessible To Those With Little Or No Prior Legal Knowledge. Key Cases And Areas Of Debate Are Highlighted Throughout, And A Wealth Of References To Cases And Further Readings Are Provided At The End Of Each Chapter. Introduction -- Historical Background -- The United Nations -- The International Bill Of Human Rights -- The United Nations : Organizational Structure -- Regional Protection Of Human Rights -- Europe -- The Organization Of American States -- The African Union -- Monitoring, Implementing, And Enforcing Human Rights -- Substantive Rights : General Comments -- Equality And Non-discrimination -- The Right To Life -- Freedom From Torture : Cruel, Inhuman, And Degrading Treatment Or Punishment -- The Rights To Liberty Of Person -- Equality Before The Law : The Right To A Fair Trial -- The Right To Self-determination -- Freedom Of Expression -- The Right To Work -- The Right To Education And Human Rights Education -- Minority Rights -- Rights For Specific Categories Of Persons -- Looking To The Future. Rhona K.m. Smith. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.