International Human Rights LLaw

M.S.Rana

International human rights law is among the most dynamic and controversial topics in legal study. In this book, Javaid Rehman offers a comprehensive and practical examination of the workings of human rights protection and presents a considered legal analysis of such sensitive issues as non-discrimination, rights of minorities, rights of indigenous peoples, and the rights of women and children. He also explores areas such as enforced disappearances, torture, and terrorism - all highly topical and contentious issues that dominate much of today's social, political and legal debate.

This second edition has been thoroughly updated to explore the key developments and latest legislation in the area, and the scope of the book has been extended to include new chapters on:

This clear, yet detailed, analysis provides the definitive introduction to the area for undergraduate [LLB] and postgraduate [LLM] courses in international human rights law and international relations. The book will also benefit practitioners seeking to gain a basic understanding of the procedures of international human rights law.

He has extensive experience in writing about and teaching International Human Rights law.