In this seminal volume, Justice V. R. Krishna Iyer presents a profound and erudite exposition of human rights-charting their conceptual genesis, contemporary applications, and future trajectories. Delivered as the Tagore Law Lectures, the book surveys the global human rights architecture birthed after World War II, critically assesses the United Nations' promises and limitations, and explores the impact of colonialism on civil liberties.
Justice Iyer examines India's human rights journey in depth, addressing key themes such as the right to development, judicial independence, the interplay of religion and culture, and liberty as a non-negotiable value. Essays like "The Sega of Homo sapiens and Omega of Human Rights," and "The Tale of Ten Cities" underscore his wide-ranging intellectual canvas.
Rich with historical reflections, jurisprudential insights, and cultural commentary, the collection serves as both a reflective chronicle and an aspirational roadmap. Its incisive style and sweeping scope make it an essential resource for scholars, jurists, policymakers, and anyone invested in the evolving discourse of human rights in India and beyond.