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Based on the author's first-hand experience as a UN Special
Rapporteur, this thought-provoking and original book examines the
values of Eastern civilisations and their contribution to the
development of the UN Human Rights agenda. Offering an
authoritative analysis of Hindu and Buddhist traditions, Surya P.
Subedi, KC, focuses on the norms underpinning these two seminal
Eastern philosophies to assess the extent to which the ancient
civilisations already have human rights values embedded in them.
Chapters explore the expression of values in the scriptures and
practices of these philosophies, assessing their influence on the
contemporary understanding of human rights. Rejecting the argument
based on ''Asian Values'' that is often used to undermine the
universality of human rights, the book argues that secularism,
personal liberty and universalism are at the heart of both Hindu
and Buddhist traditions. The unique perspective offered by Human
Rights in Eastern Civilisations will appeal to students, academics
and researchers in a wide range of disciplines, including human
rights, international law and relations, and religious studies.
A volume in Research in Social Education Series Editor Merry
Merryfield, The Ohio State University The primary purpose of this
book is to invite educators to (re)think what it means to
critically conceptualize knowledge about the world. In other words,
imagining curriculum in a critical way means decolonizing
mainstream knowledge about global societies. Such an approach
re-evaluates how we have come to know the world and asks us to
consider the socio-political context in which we have come to
understand what constitutes an ethical global imagination. A
critical reading of the world calls for the need to examine
alternative ways of knowing and teaching about the world: a
pedagogy that recognizes how diverse subjects have come to view the
world. A critical question this book raises is: What are the
radical ways of re-conceptualizing curriculum knowledge about
global societies so that we can become accountable to the different
ways people have come to experience the world? Another question the
book raises is: how do we engage with complexities surrounding
social differences such as gender, race, ethnicity, religion, etc.,
in the global contexts? Analyzing global issues and events through
the prism of social difference opens up spaces to advocate a
transformative framework for a global education curriculum.
Transformative in the sense that such a curriculum asks students to
challenge stereotypes and engages students in advocating changes
within local/global contexts. A critical global perspective
advocates the value of going beyond the nation-state centered
approach to teaching about topics such as history, politics,
culture, etc. It calls for the need to develop curriculum that
accounts for transnational formations: an intervention that asks us
to go beyond issues that are confined within national borders. Such
a practice recognizes the complicated ways the local is connected
to the global and vice versa and cautions against creating a
hierarchy between national and global issues. It also suggests the
need to critically examine the pitfalls of forming dichotomies
between the local (or the national) and the global or the center
and the periphery.
This handbook brings national and thematic case studies together to
examine a variety of populist politics from local and comparative
perspectives in the Asia Pacific. The chapters consider key and
cross cutting themes such as populism and nationalism, religion,
ethnicity and gender, as well as authoritarianism. They show how
populist politics alters the way governments mediate state-society
relations. The essays in this volume consider: — diverse
approaches in populist politics, for example, post-colonial,
strategic vs ideational, growth and redistribution, leadership
styles, and in what ways they are similar to, or different from,
populist discourses in Europe and the USA; —under what social,
political, economic and structural conditions populist politics has
emerged in the Asia-Pacific region; —national case studies drawn
from South and Southeast as well as the Pacific analyzing themes
such as media, religion, Islam, gender, medical populism,
corruption and cronyism, and inclusive vs exclusive forms of
populist politics; —modes and techniques of social and political
mobilization that populist politicians employ to influence people
and their impact on the way democracy is conceived and practiced in
the Asia Pacific. As a systematic account of populist ideologies,
strategies, leaders and trends in the Asia Pacific, this handbook
is essential reading for scholars of area studies, especially in
the Asia Pacific, politics and international relations, and
political and social theory.
Much has been written about reintegration of ex-combatants in a
traditional or conventional disarmament, demobilisation and
reintegration (DDR) programme. This volume examines reintegration
of ex-combatants in a un-conventional DDR in which a cash-based
scheme replaced a reintegration programme. It uncovers the dilemmas
surrounding the un-conventional DDR programme in Nepal, situating
the phenomena in the divisive politics of war to peace transition.
Drawing on the narratives and perceptions of ex-combatants and
their families, the volume provides a compelling analysis of why
some ex-combatants reintegrate socially and economically better
than others at the end of a war. Analysing the consequences and
effects of reintegration of Maoist ex-combatants in the
post-conflict peace and security, the volume argues that cash-based
schemed in DDR programme can pacify ex-combatants and de-politicise
a DDR programme but cash alone can not reintegrate ex-combatants.
Drawing on the personal experience of a leading international
jurist, this book provides insights into the workings of
international law and human rights from a global perspective that
transcends the traditional divide between the West and the East,
and the Global South and Global North. The work follows the
author's remarkable journey from a simple village in Nepal to
becoming an international jurist acclaimed for his innovative
academic and influential practical legal work and nomination for
the Nobel Peace Prize. It offers insights into the powers bearing
on international policymaking, the dynamics of human rights
negotiations with governments, and the effects of their outcomes on
the lives of their citizens. While much has been written on
international human rights law, this inspirational memoir casts a
new light on the working of human rights, law, and justice through
the eyes of a leading actor. It provides a valuable contribution to
the study of justice and human rights and the importance of
individual action. As such, the book presents an accessible source
for current debates around the development and effectiveness of
international law and human rights and practices for decolonising
these debates. The book will provide inspiration and practical
guidance for students, academics, international lawyers, jurists,
and human rights advocates.
This is the first book that explores whether there are any rules in
international law applicable to unilateral sanctions and if so,
what they are. The book examines both the lawfulness of unilateral
sanctions and the limitations within which they should operate. In
doing so, it includes an analysis of State practice, the provisions
of various international legal instruments dealing with such
sanctions and their impact on other areas of international law such
as freedom of navigation, aviation and transit, and the principles
of international trade, investment, regional economic integration,
and the protection of human rights and the environment. This study
finds that unilateral sanctions by a state or a group of states
against another state as opposed to 'smart' or targeted sanctions
of limited scope would be unlawful, unless they meet the procedural
and substantive requirements stipulated in international law.
Importantly, the book identifies and consolidates these
requirements scattered in different areas of international law,
including the additional rules of customary international law that
have emerged out of the recent practice of States and that increase
the limitations on the use of unilateral sanctions.
The UN human rights agenda has reached the mature age of 70 years
and many UN mechanisms created to implement this agenda are
themselves in their middle-age, yet human rights violations are
still a daily occurrence around the globe. The scorecard of the UN
human rights mechanisms appears impressive in terms of the
promotion, spreading of education and engaging States in a dialogue
to promote human rights, but when it comes to holding governments
to account for violations of these rights, the picture is much more
dismal. This book examines the effectiveness of UN mechanisms and
suggests measures to reform them in order to create a system that
is robust and fit to serve the 21st century. This book casts a
critical eye on the rationale and effectiveness of each of the
major UN human rights mechanisms, including the Human Rights
Council, the human rights treaty bodies, the UN High Commissioner
for Human Rights, the UN Special Rapporteurs and other
Charter-based bodies. Surya P. Subedi argues most of the UN human
rights mechanisms have remained toothless entities and proposes
measures to reform and strengthen it by depoliticising the workings
of UN human rights mechanisms and judicialising human rights at the
international level.
The UN human rights agenda has reached the mature age of 70 years
and many UN mechanisms created to implement this agenda are
themselves in their middle-age, yet human rights violations are
still a daily occurrence around the globe. The scorecard of the UN
human rights mechanisms appears impressive in terms of the
promotion, spreading of education and engaging States in a dialogue
to promote human rights, but when it comes to holding governments
to account for violations of these rights, the picture is much more
dismal. This book examines the effectiveness of UN mechanisms and
suggests measures to reform them in order to create a system that
is robust and fit to serve the 21st century. This book casts a
critical eye on the rationale and effectiveness of each of the
major UN human rights mechanisms, including the Human Rights
Council, the human rights treaty bodies, the UN High Commissioner
for Human Rights, the UN Special Rapporteurs and other
Charter-based bodies. Surya P. Subedi argues most of the UN human
rights mechanisms have remained toothless entities and proposes
measures to reform and strengthen it by depoliticising the workings
of UN human rights mechanisms and judicialising human rights at the
international level.
This book focuses on health, healing and health care in Nepal. It
presents an intriguing picture: the interplay between the natural
processes that cause ill health or diseases and the socio-cultural
processes through which people try to understand and cope with
them. The work places medical tradition, health politics, gender
and health, and pharmaceutical business within the wider
politico-economic milieu of Nepal. It also describes the
establishment of medical anthropology as an academic discipline,
and its relevance for understanding the country's specific health
problems, health care traditions, and health policies. Combining
scientific research with practical experiences, the book will serve
as a unique resource, especially for health workers, policymakers,
and teachers and students in medical schools, those in public
health, social medicine, health care, governance and political
studies, sociology and social anthropology, and Nepal and South
Asian studies.
This edited volume presents a comprehensive and comparative view of
the law of international watercourses with special reference to the
issues facing the Ganges River basin. It provides an analysis of
the development of international waterways law and outlines the
essentials of the UN Convention on non-navigational uses of
international watercourses. Focusing on relations between the three
riparian states of the River Ganges and the potential for
cooperation, the volume also examines the domestic legal regimes of
the area and the political dimension to the issues of sharing the
waters of the river. The work presents a comparative picture with
an analysis of developments in the Rhine and Mekong basins,
comparing developments in the legal regimes of these areas with the
experience of South Asia. Presenting an up-to-date analysis of the
current law and pointing the direction for future developments,
this collection will be a valuable resource for academics,
researchers and policy makers working in this area.
This edited volume presents a comprehensive and comparative view of
the law of international watercourses with special reference to the
issues facing the Ganges River basin. It provides an analysis of
the development of international waterways law and outlines the
essentials of the UN Convention on non-navigational uses of
international watercourses. Focusing on relations between the three
riparian states of the River Ganges and the potential for
cooperation, the volume also examines the domestic legal regimes of
the area and the political dimension to the issues of sharing the
waters of the river. The work presents a comparative picture with
an analysis of developments in the Rhine and Mekong basins,
comparing developments in the legal regimes of these areas with the
experience of South Asia. Presenting an up-to-date analysis of the
current law and pointing the direction for future developments,
this collection will be a valuable resource for academics,
researchers and policy makers working in this area.
Much has been written about reintegration of ex-combatants in a
traditional or conventional disarmament, demobilisation and
reintegration (DDR) programme. This volume examines reintegration
of ex-combatants in a un-conventional DDR in which a cash-based
scheme replaced a reintegration programme. It uncovers the dilemmas
surrounding the un-conventional DDR programme in Nepal, situating
the phenomena in the divisive politics of war to peace transition.
Drawing on the narratives and perceptions of ex-combatants and
their families, the volume provides a compelling analysis of why
some ex-combatants reintegrate socially and economically better
than others at the end of a war. Analysing the consequences and
effects of reintegration of Maoist ex-combatants in the
post-conflict peace and security, the volume argues that cash-based
schemed in DDR programme can pacify ex-combatants and de-politicise
a DDR programme but cash alone can not reintegrate ex-combatants.
This book aims to help candidates preparing for the Final FRCR 2B
examinations held by the Royal College of Radiologists of the UK,
and the Joint Final FRCR/FHKCR Part B Examination for the
Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists and Hong Kong
College of Radiologists. This book provides advice on preparation
techniques, followed by dozens of practice cases and images
relevant to all three sections of the examination: reporting
session, rapid reporting session and oral examination/viva voce.
The richly-illustrated book contains images of plain X-rays, CT,
MR, US and radionuclide scans, making it particularly useful for
candidates who have limited access to teaching or film libraries. A
selection of both common and uncommon cases is included, giving
candidates a realistic idea of the level of preparation and the
breadth and depth of knowledge needed for success. Although
primarily focused on the FRCR 2B examination, radiology trainees
across the world facing viva and reporting sessions and candidates
for American Board Examinations will find this a useful and
informative book.
This book focuses on health, healing and health care in Nepal. It
presents an intriguing picture: the interplay between the natural
processes that cause ill health or diseases and the socio-cultural
processes through which people try to understand and cope with
them. The work places medical tradition, health politics, gender
and health, and pharmaceutical business within the wider
politico-economic milieu of Nepal. It also describes the
establishment of medical anthropology as an academic discipline,
and its relevance for understanding the country's specific health
problems, health care traditions, and health policies. Combining
scientific research with practical experiences, the book will serve
as a unique resource, especially for health workers, policymakers,
and teachers and students in medical schools, those in public
health, social medicine, health care, governance and political
studies, sociology and social anthropology, and Nepal and South
Asian studies.
The conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity are issues
that have been high on the policy agenda since the first Earth
Summit in Rio in 1992. As part of efforts to implement in situ
conservation, a methodology referred to as community biodiversity
management (CBM) has been developed by those engaged in this arena.
CBM contributes to the empowerment of farming communities to manage
their biological resources and make informed decisions on the
conservation and use of agrobiodiversity. This book is the first to
set out a clear overview of CBM as a methodology for meeting
socio-environmental changes. CBM is shown to be a key strategy that
promotes community resilience, and contributes to the conservation
of plant genetic resources. The authors present the underlying
concepts and theories of CBM as well as its methodology and
practices, and introduce case studies primarily from Brazil,
Ethiopia, France, India, and Nepal. Contributors include farmers,
leaders of farmers' organizations, professionals from conservation
and development organizations, students and scientists. The book
offers inspiration to all those involved in the conservation and
use of agrobiodiversity within livelihood development and presents
ideas for the implementation of farmers' rights. The wide
collection of experiences illustrates the efforts made by
communities throughout the world to cope with change while using
diversity and engaging in learning processes. It links these
grassroots efforts with debates in policy arenas as a means to
respond to the unpredictable changes, such as climate change, that
communities face in sustaining their livelihoods.
The conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity are issues
that have been high on the policy agenda since the first Earth
Summit in Rio in 1992. As part of efforts to implement in situ
conservation, a methodology referred to as community biodiversity
management (CBM) has been developed by those engaged in this arena.
CBM contributes to the empowerment of farming communities to manage
their biological resources and make informed decisions on the
conservation and use of agrobiodiversity. This book is the first to
set out a clear overview of CBM as a methodology for meeting
socio-environmental changes. CBM is shown to be a key strategy that
promotes community resilience, and contributes to the conservation
of plant genetic resources. The authors present the underlying
concepts and theories of CBM as well as its methodology and
practices, and introduce case studies primarily from Brazil,
Ethiopia, France, India, and Nepal. Contributors include farmers,
leaders of farmers' organizations, professionals from conservation
and development organizations, students and scientists. The book
offers inspiration to all those involved in the conservation and
use of agrobiodiversity within livelihood development and presents
ideas for the implementation of farmers' rights. The wide
collection of experiences illustrates the efforts made by
communities throughout the world to cope with change while using
diversity and engaging in learning processes. It links these
grassroots efforts with debates in policy arenas as a means to
respond to the unpredictable changes, such as climate change, that
communities face in sustaining their livelihoods.
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