The Right to Democracy in International Law: Between Procedure, Substance and the Philosophy of John Rawls

Book Details

• Author: Khalifa A. Alfadhel

• Publisher: Routledge

• Language: English

• Edition: 1

• ISBN: 9780367193478

• Pages: 124

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.3 x 0.3 inches

• Weight: Not provided

About the Book

This book investigates the concept of the right to democracy within the realms of international law and contemporary democratic theory. It critically examines whether international law offers a substantive or procedural understanding of democracy. The work explores whether there exists a foundation for the right to democracy in international customary law, identifying relevant state practices and opinio juris, and analyzing the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to determine whether certain provisions might be interpreted as forming customary law.

The book goes further to explore key international treaties, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. It also discusses the role of regional organizations and human rights systems, such as the European Court of Human Rights and the Arab human rights regime.

Drawing on the theoretical contributions of John Rawls, Alfadhel proposes a compelling theoretical foundation for the right to democracy, offering both a legal and philosophical perspective on the topic.

This book is essential reading for scholars, students, and professionals interested in international law, human rights, and democratic theory.