RECOGNIZING THE NEXUS: ETHICS, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND POLITICAL DYNAMICS
Abstract
This study explores the intricate relationship between ethics, human rights, and political dynamics, emphasizing their interconnectedness and impact on contemporary governance and societal norms. The analysis begins with a foundational examination of ethical theories and principles, highlighting their influence on the development of human rights frameworks. It then investigates how these ethical considerations translate into political practices and policies, shaping governance structures and influencing political decisions. By analyzing historical and contemporary case studies, this research reveals how ethical and human rights principles intersect with political agendas, often leading to both advancements and conflicts. The study also addresses the challenges and tensions that arise when political interests and ethical standards diverge, particularly in contexts of global and local human rights issues. Through a comparative approach, the research underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing these intersections to promote more just and equitable political systems. Ultimately, this study provides insights into how ethical considerations and human rights advocacy can inform and enhance political dynamics, offering a framework for understanding and navigating the complex nexus of these critical areas.
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Ibid
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aaya_Ram_Gaya_Ram
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UN Charter, Article 73(2)
There are guidelines for states in CCPR (Articles 2, 3, 26) on the effective implementation of the right to participate in public affairs and the corresponding recommendations
Human Rights Committee, General Comment, No. 25 para 12; c1996.
Article 15 of the Indian Constitution
A/HRC/26/30, para 48
This right is protected by International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, Article (5) (d)) (viii); International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, Article 15(3); International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, Article 13 (1); and Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Article (21).
Human Rights Committee, general comment, No. 25 (1996), para 25. See also general comment No. 34 (2011), para 13.
Human Rights Committee general comment No. 34 para 12; c2011.
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