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Human Rights - Philosophical Inquiries into Nature and Basis

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Explore philosophical inquiries into the nature and basis of human rights in this thought-provoking lecture by Radcliffe fellow John Tasioulas. Delve into the theory of ethics, multiple value concepts, and guiding principles surrounding human rights. Examine universal human interests, the relationship between interests and dignity, and the complexities of possibilities and burdensomeness. Consider the question of force, potential dangers, and the importance of defending human rights. Engage with topics such as derogation, conflict, and the concept of animal rights in this comprehensive exploration of human rights philosophy.

Syllabus

Introduction
Theory of Ethics
Multiple Value Concepts
Philosophical Questions
The Book
The Questions
The Nature of Human Rights
Human Rights
Guiding Principles
The Grounds
Universal Human interests
All human rights serve one fundamental interest
Interests and dignity are not the same
Possibilities and burdensomeness
The question of force
Conclusion
The Danger
Defending Human Rights
Derogation
Conflict
Animals have rights

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  • EMMANUEL DARKO AFFUL
    1
    Very impactful and enjoyable topic that truly opened the thoughts on Human Rights and the interests and duties we have within them not only to ourselves but to others as well. Reflecting on these view points was refreshing and presented a more honest approach to understanding them Universally.
    Weinstein; It opens with a profound statement: "It is difficult to begin the begin and not to try to go further back.
    Three major philosophical questions related to human rights:

    1. The nature of human rights.
    2. The grounds of human rights.
    3. The force of human rights in practical deliberation.
  • Tiya Saini
    insightful and engaging course that deepens understanding of global human rights with real world cases
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    Sam Siryon
    The subject was conceptually taught, and the basic components of human rights and how to defend it were well presented by the Professor.
  • Nicole Danette Peakler
    1
    Highly enjoyable discussion that truly opened the thoughts on Human Rights and the interests and duties we have within them not only to ourselves but to others as well. Reflecting on these view points was refreshing and presented a more honest approach to understanding them Universally.

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