International Human Rights Treaties
/ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəl ˈhjuːmən raɪts ˈtriːtiz/
Definitions
- (n.) Binding agreements between states establishing standards for the protection and promotion of human rights internationally.
International human rights treaties impose obligations on states to uphold individuals' fundamental rights.
Forms
- international human rights treaties
- international human rights treaty
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Commentary
Typically refers to multilateral treaties obligating signatory states to protect specified human rights; often requires incorporation into domestic law for enforcement.
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