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Even as human rights provide the most widely shared moral language of our time, they also spark highly contested debates among scholars and policymakers. When should states protect human rights? Does the global war on terrorism require restriction of rights? Are food, housing, and health care valid human rights? Debating Human Rights introduces the theory and practice of international human rights by examining fourteen controversies in the field.
Daniel Chong presents the major arguments on both sides of each debate, encouraging readers to think critically and form their own opinions. Designed for classroom use, the structure of the book makes it easy for students to become familiar with the major political and legal actors in the global human rights system and to understand the practical challenges of protecting civil, political, social, and economic rights.
When should states protect human rights? Does the global war on terror necessitates the violation of some rights? Are food, housing, and health care valid human rights? Debating Human Rights introduces the theory and practice of international human rights by examining fourteen controversies in the field.
Contents:
Chapter1: The History and Philosophy of Human Rights
Part 1 The Global Human Rights System
Chapter 2: When Should States Protect Human Rights?
Chapter 3: How Can Western States Promote Human Rights in China?
Chapter 4: Is the United Nations Human Rights Council Effective?
Chapter 5: Does the International Community Have a "Responsibility to Protect"?
Chapter 6: Should the United States Join the International Criminal Court?
Chapter 7: How Should Human Rights Violators Be Held Accountable?
Part 2 Civil and Political Rights
Chapter 8: Does the War on Terrorism Require Restriction of Rights?
Chapter 9: Are There Limits to Freedom of Speech?
Chapter 10: Do Women Have the Right to Choose Abortion?
Chapter 11: Is Female Circumcision a Violation of Human Rights?
Part 3 Economic and Social Rights
Chapter 12: Are Food, Housing, and Health Care Valid Human Rights?
Chapter 13: Do Transnational Corporations Violate Human Rights?
Chapter 14: Does the Right to Health Justify a Violation of Property Rights?
Chapter 15: Do Wealthy States Have an Obligation to Give Foreign Aid?
Part 4 Conclusion
Chapter 16: Advancing Human Rights Through Debate
Glossary • Bibliography • Index ISBN - 9788130928890
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Pages : 288
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