This work provides details about Raphael Lemkin, who struggled a lot in order to make a crime against humanity punishable and recognizable under term of ''genocide''. Today, we frequently hear the word ''genocide'', but unfortunately we have no idea about the man who coined the term. More precisely, the purpose of this piece is to introduce you to the man named Raphael Lemkin and his efforts to contribute to the prevention of the worst crime against humanity. The paper provides answers on the questions about Lemkin's motivation and definition of the term ''genocide''. Additionally, the paper discusses Lemkin's influence on the adoption and the ratification of the Genocide Convention by the United Nations.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- What has motivated Lemkin to start struggle for the term Genocide ?
- How Lemkin defines the term “genocide\" and what are the techniques used of enforcing genocide....
- How Lemkin has influenced the adoption and ratification of the Genocide Convention........
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the life and work of Raphael Lemkin, focusing on his efforts to define and criminalize genocide in international law. The paper analyzes Lemkin's motivations for his work, his definition of genocide, and his role in the creation and ratification of the Genocide Convention.
- The definition and criminalization of genocide in international law
- The historical context of genocide, specifically the Armenian genocide
- Lemkin's influence on the creation and ratification of the Genocide Convention
- The impact of Lemkin's work on international justice
- The ongoing relevance of Lemkin's work in combating genocide
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter provides a brief overview of Raphael Lemkin's life and work, highlighting his key contributions to the field of international law. It introduces the topic of genocide and its historical context, particularly the Armenian genocide of 1915, which deeply influenced Lemkin's thinking.
- What has motivated Lemkin to start struggle for the term Genocide ?: This chapter explores Lemkin's early life and the events that shaped his desire to fight against genocide. It discusses his childhood experiences, his exposure to the Armenian genocide, and his growing awareness of the importance of international justice.
- How Lemkin defines the term “genocide\" and what are the techniques used of enforcing genocide....: This chapter delves into Lemkin's definition of genocide and the methods he identified as being used to commit it. It explores his arguments about the systematic nature of genocide, the specific techniques employed by perpetrators, and the need for international action to prevent and punish such crimes.
- How Lemkin has influenced the adoption and ratification of the Genocide Convention........: This chapter examines Lemkin's tireless efforts to gain international recognition for genocide as a crime. It highlights his lobbying efforts, his work with the United Nations, and his advocacy for the adoption and ratification of the Genocide Convention.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of this paper are: genocide, Raphael Lemkin, international law, Genocide Convention, Armenian genocide, human rights, international justice, international crime, systematic destruction, cultural genocide, and prevention of genocide.
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- Esmir Music (Author), 2017, Raphael Lemkin and his struggle for the recognition of genocide by international law, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/353589
