Fundamental Human Rights: What, Why & Where

Basically, human rights variously known as 'natural rights', 'fundamental rights' etc. have been in vogue sine olden times. The issue come to limelight only after when its violation become frequent to worst magnitude. As a significant salient feature, fundamental rights cannot be taken away by any legislature or any act of government.

Amidst plethora of literature on the theme, this book is unique synthesis of readings, highlighting basic concepts, issues, challenges and remedies. Case studies are cited to support the facts. The following chapters are included in the book-what are Human Rights?; Human Rights in India; National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC-I); Police, Prison & Human Rights; Cultural Diversity and Discrimination; Supreme Court as Upholder; Women and Sex Discrimination; Equality: A Right or A Policy; Appendix and Glossary etc.