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Human Rights in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan

By Ian Neary

Published May 1st 2006 by Routledge – 320 pages

Series: Routledge Advances in Asia-Pacific Studies

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Ian Neary looks in detail at the history of the introduction of human rights ideas into Japan, South Korea and Taiwan and examines how, and to what effect, state and society have incorporated the specific international standards on childrens' and patients' rights into legal systems and social practice.

This comprehensively researched, accessibly written book will be a valuable resource for students and scholars of Asian studies, human rights, sociology and politics.

Reviews

'This study provides a wealth of information for the further understanding of human rights in Asian countries.' - Asian Affairs

Related Subjects

  1. Asian Politics
  2. Human Rights