Conflict, War, and Human Rights in the New Era

Course content

This course aims to examine the changing nature and dynamics of contemporary conflicts within the framework of shifting boundaries of global power, transnational politics and emerging international system of governance and law and order. This includes identifying the root causes of conflicts and the review of theories and conceptual frameworks required for a holistic understanding of the phenomenon. It will also familiarize the students with intervention strategies, the international normative framework for peace and justice and initiatives for conflict resolution. The course will connect theory to practice though the analysis of research and case studies from all over the world.