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