Western and muslim perceptions of universal human rights

In this paper, first the evolution of the Western human rights standpoint and its theoretical underpinnings are traced. Next, the current internationally-approved instruments of human rights are critiqued in terms of their relevance to the needs of individuals and groups in Third World societies. Th...

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Main Author: A. Ishtiaq
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Gents Afrika Platform, Afrika Brug 1994-01-01
Series:Afrika Focus
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Online Access:http://www.gap.ugent.be/africafocus/pdf/94-10-12-Ishtiaq.pdf