Some crimes go unpunished: tracing the emergence and evolution of the rule on prohibition of genocide
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Author
Galib, Ahsan Habib
Co-author
Riga Graduate School of Law
Advisor
Ziemele, Ineta
Date
2023Metadata
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This research examines the emergence and evolution of the rule on prohibition of genocide.
The concept of genocide has undergone significant transformations in the last century,
reflecting shifts in cultural and political contexts, legal frameworks, and academic debates.
While the original definition focused on the intentional destruction of national, ethnic, racial,
or religious groups, subsequent discussions expanded the scope of genocide. The research
analyzes the key factors that shaped the development of the rule on prohibition of genocide,
including the adoption of the 1948 UN Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the
Crime of Genocide, the role of international tribunals and courts, and the contributions of
critical theorists and activists. The research also examines the challenges and limitations of the
current definition of genocide. Finally, this study contributes to the ongoing debates on the
conceptualization and prevention of genocide, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary
and cross-cultural perspectives in understanding and addressing this complex phenomenon.