The Contemporary Discourse of Human Rights

The monograph delves into the evolving nature of human rights, highlighting various dangers that arise with ongoing social and political shifts, especially amid globalization. In the contemporary landscape, human rights are frequently leveraged in political maneuvers aimed at advancing personal agendas within the corridors of power, which can strip them of their protective roles for individuals and communities alike. While these rights sometimes lose their symbolic value, foundational principles, and organisational role within society, their core purpose remains to safeguard civil liberties and political freedoms. Moreover, despite the inability of supranational bodies to supplant the nation-state's role in safeguarding these rights, they can engage in oversight and monitoring activities.

Dr. Justyna Bokajło emphasizes this complex dynamic. Similarly, Dr. Adrian Chojan expands on this by thoroughly examining the evolution of human rights discourse from both theoretical and practical perspectives. His study also evaluates the degree of alignment in these rights through empirical analysis.