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An Introduction to Law and Human Rights for Young People in the Commonwealth  
John Hatchard (Author)

Size: A4 (297 mm x 210 mm)
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Categories: Human Rights

ISBN No: 978-0-85092-724-5

Format: Paperback

Publication Date: 2003
Number of Pages: 94

Status: In stock

Price: £ 10.99    [Currency converter]  


Description

This title provides an overview of some of the key legal issues that affect youth in Commonwealth countries. The issues covered fall, directly or indirectly, within the scope of the Harare Commonwealth Declaration of 1991.

Contents

Preface

Foreword

Introduction

 

Chapter 1: Constitutions

Why a Constitution?

Who Makes a Constitution?

Learning About Your Constitution

Protecting Your Constitution

Preventing the Weakening of Your Constitution

 

Chapter 2: Law, Society and Legal Systems

Meaning of “Law”

·        Natural Law

·        Positivist Theories

·        Sociological Approaches

·        Feminist Legal Theories

Limits of the Law

·        Euthanasia (The Right to Die)

·        Abortion

·        Necessity

·        Dealing With Social Problems

(a) HIV/AIDS

(b) Corruption

Classification of Law and Legal Systems

·        International Law

·        Supranational Laws

·        National Laws

(a) Common Law Systems

(b) Civil Laws Systems

(c) Customary/Traditional Law Systems

(d) Islamic Law Systems

The Commonwealth Legal Heritage

·        Commonwealth Associations and the Promotion of Good Governance and Human Rights

·     &nb

 

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