International human rights law cases, materials, commentary

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The rise of international human rights -- State responsibility and 'jurisdiction' -- 'Respecting human rights : avoiding interference -- Protecting human rights : regulating private actors introduction -- Fulfilling human rights : progressive realization -- Derogations in time of public emergency -- The prohibition of discrimination -- Ensuring compliance with international human rights Law : the role of national authorities -- The United Nations human rights treaties system introduction -- The United Nations charter-based monitoring of human rights -- Regional mechanisms of protection.