International human rights law /

Smith, Rhona K. M.,

International human rights law / Rhona Smith. - Eighth edition. - xxix, 436 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction Historical background The United Nations The International Bill of Human Rights The United Nations--organizational structure Regional protection of human rights Europe Africa 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 right 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 Indigenous peoples' and minority rights Rights for specific vunerable persons Current issues

9780198805212 (pbk)


Human rights.
International law and human rights.

K3240 / S65 2018