Explore some of the most impactful and authoritative books on human rights published by EBC. These essential reads offer deep insights into contemporary legal developments, landmark judgments, and global human rights discourse.
Human Rights: Contemporary Issues is a Festschrift in honour of Prof. Upendra Baxi, featuring 30 papers on contemporary human rights topics. It examines key Supreme Court judgments on privacy, euthanasia, transgender rights, triple talaq, and more. The book explores diverse themes such as intellectual property, demonetisation, environment, disabilities, and statelessness. Contributions come from Justice A.K. Sikri and prominent legal scholars from India and abroad. With a foreword by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi, it offers valuable insights into evolving human rights jurisprudence. learn more
International Law and Human Rights by K.C. Joshi (4th edition) is a thoroughly revised and comprehensive textbook, updated as per the latest syllabus. It includes recent cases and developments like the Sabarimala judgment, Aadhaar, LGBT rights, and Rohingya crisis. Three new chapters cover Humanitarian Law, Social Inclusion, and GANHRI. Key laws like the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act and Whistle Blowers Protection Act are integrated. The book also discusses international issues such as the Paris Agreement, the Iraq War, and the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. learn more
This two-volume Digest comprehensively covers Supreme Court case law on Human, Civil, Political, Social, Individual, and Economic Rights from 1950 to 2018. It features landmark rulings, including the Puttaswamy (2017) judgment affirming inherent human rights under Indian law. Rights are organized by topic—such as dignity, privacy, and data protection—with a clear cross-reference system and synopses. The Digest includes annotations, editorial notes, and case citations for easy navigation. It is an essential resource for judges, lawyers, and legal professionals. learn more
