ECH 2300 Study Guide - Comprehensive Final Exam Guide - International Law, Human Rights, United Nations

• School: University of Ottawa
• Department: Conflict Studies and Human Rights
• Course: ECH 2300
• Professor: David Petrasek

Document Summary

Cultural specificity according to cultural context? (cultural relativism) But doesn"t show a deeper, societal commitment. Basic values found in international human rights law are common to all cultural and religious traditions. Best way to uphold common values is not through this way! The cause for abuse of women"s rights law in issues of culture and tradition. Dialogue; persuasion; criticism; investigation;; punishment; use of force. Dialogue: between state and un; simple recommendations (universal periodic review) Use of force: un security council uses military force to put an end to mass atrocities (very controversial) Not a measure of effectiveness depends on context! Human rights council = made up of un states. Ohchr (civil service arm) approved by unsg. High commissioner has clear responsibility for the promotion and protection of hr. Secondly, she has a clear mandate to enter into dialogue with governments for this purpose and holds a very senior position, reporting directly to the un secretary.