The politics of human rights: International norms and national sovereignty
Journal: International Journal of Advanced Academic Studies
Year: 2024

The tension between international human rights norms and national sovereignty remains one of the most contentious issues in contemporary global politics. While international law emphasizes the universality of human rights, the principle of sovereignty allows states to maintain autonomy over their internal affairs. This paper explores the theoretical foundations, key facts, case studies, and contemporary issues in the politics of human rights, focusing on the complex interplay between internation