Racial Profiling

English 1100: Introduction to University Writing (S27) Duncan Greenlaw 23 March 2018 “Racial Profiling”: Examining Implications and Solutions of Racial Profiling in the American Society Racial profiling is one of the most debatable and critical acts which limits the practice of human rights. “The world is at the post-racial era, and there is need to … Read more

Progression of rights and equality

Within the following sources, there is a discussion on the progression of rights and equality embedded within a democracy. More so, the difference of opinions that take place when discussing the innovation of laws passed such as, Bill C-16 and parts of section 13 of the Human Rights Act. Each source is working to identify … Read more

Martin Luther King’s captivating speech

Though often an overshadowed individual within the captivativing character that is Martin Luther King, Jr., Coretta Scott King forged Martin’s achievements further both within the Civil Rights Movement as well as the years preceding his assassination. It is within her autobiography, titled Coretta: My Life, My Love, My Legacy, that Coretta Scott states, “Of course, … Read more

What is “white privilege”?

What is “white privilege”? Critically assess this concept as a tool for addressing unjust racial discrimination. For this essay it is my intention to analyse the concept of white privilege to decide whether it really exists as a tool for highlighting racial discrimination. “White privilege” is defined by McIntosh as an ‘invisible knapsack’ and this … Read more

Human rights

Noting with deep concern the issue of the violation and improper fulfilmentof the rights of female prisoners, Recalls article three of the UNDHR stating that “No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment”, Affirmingthe united nations resolution “A/RES/65/229” which states how “the United Nations standards and norms … Read more

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM AND HUMAN RIGHTS

Abstract Criminal justice System of any country is the basis of establishing, Peace and tranquility, includes not only the judicial system but investigating machinery also. To tame the over flooding of crimes a strong criminal justice system is required. Administration of justice through the instrumentality of law is an essential component of governance. Rule of … Read more

Homosexuality and its status in Other Countries

“Elephants do it, penguins do it, even butterflies do it. Ancient Greeks practised it freely, as did ancient Indians. Current estimates of the occurrence of exclusive homosexuality range from one to twenty percent of the population.” – Shamnad Basheer Until 1800, there was no differentiation between homosexuals and heterosexuals. Homosexuality is moderately a new concept … Read more

Essay on the reconstruction of Indian Society: Socio-Political Thoughts of Dr. Ambedkar

Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was a great nationalist, political thinker, reformer and revolutionary and prolific writer with prodigious ideas. He stood for all scientific and social activities, which enhanced the cause of human progress and happiness. His contribution in the making of the Constitution of India was phenomenal. He defiantly fought for the betterment of … Read more