Human Rights: A Source of Conflict, State Making, and State Breaking (original) (raw)
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This book examines the complex relationship between human rights and violent conflict, arguing that human rights principles can contribute to clashes over state making and state breaking. It challenges the prevailing notion that human rights are solely a force for good, presenting evidence that differing interpretations of rights can fuel unrest and violence. The author emphasizes the need for a nuanced understanding of human rights within the broader context of societal normative orders, advocating for proactive measures to manage rights-related tensions in both conflict-prone and post-conflict societies.
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