The United Nations Genocide Convention : an introduction

著者
    • Totten, Samuel
    • Theriault, Henry
書誌事項

The United Nations Genocide Convention : an introduction

Samuel Totten and Henry Theriault

University of Toronto Press, c2020

  • : paper

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Includes bibliographical references and index

Summary: "The goal of this book is to help students and practitioners understand the UNCG, so that they can: a) Ascertain whether a case constitutes genocide or not and if so, why that is, b) Have a reference tool each time an issue arises that requires close analysis as to whether a case constitutes genocide, c) Better understand the complexities and ambiguities of the UNCG"-- Provided by the publisher

収録内容
  • Raphael Lemkin : the man who coined the term "genocide" and his indefatigable effort in the development and ratification of the UNCG
  • An overview of the UNCG : an analysis of each article
  • The complexities inherent in the UNCG
  • "Genocide" distinguished from other forms of major human rights violations : crimes against humanity, war crimes, and ethnic cleansing
  • Applications of the UNCG in representative cases of genocide at the ICTR and ICTY
内容説明・目次

内容説明

It is virtually impossible to understand the phenomenon of genocide without a clear understanding of the complexities of the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (UNCG). This brief but cogent book provides an introduction to the unique wording, legal terminology, and key components of the convention, which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. Providing clarity on the distinctions between genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and ethnic cleansing, this book is designed to be an entry into further study of genocide in its legal, historical, political, and philosophical dimensions. Key terms, such as intent and motive, are explained, case studies are included, and a detailed bibliography at the conclusion of the book offers suggested avenues for more advanced study of the UNCG.

目次

Introduction 1. Raphael Lemkin: The Man Who Coined the Term “Genocide” and His Indefatigable Effort in the Development and Ratification of the UNCG 2. An Overview of the UNCG: An Analysis of Each Article 3. The Complexities Inherent in the UNCG 4. “Genocide” Distinguished from Other Forms of Major Human Rights Violations: Crimes against Humanity, War Crimes, and Ethnic Cleansing 5. Applications of the UNCG in Representative Cases of Genocide at the ICTR and ICTY Conclusion

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