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International Human Rights Law and Practice by Ilias Bantekas 4 th edition 2024 human rights law foundational theories international and regional human rights systems specific rights application of human rights in different contexts 1 / 2
Chapter 1: Foundations of International Human Rights
Law 1.What are the dual functions of human rights?Human rights serve as claims based on values or principles and as legal rights that ensure entitlements and freedoms.
2.What is the significance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)?The UDHR establishes inherent rights based on dignity, equality, and liberty and serves as the cornerstone for international human rights law.
3.What are the key criticisms of the American and French declarations of rights?They were class-biased, excluded women, and tolerated slavery and colonialism.
4.How did World War II shape modern human rights law?It highlighted atrocities like the Holocaust, leading to the establishment of the UN and the UDHR.
5.What were the Cold War’s effects on human rights development?Ideological divides delayed the realization of comprehensive treaties like the ICCPR and ICESCR.
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