Human Rights - Year Book 2006

Author: Pravin H ParekhTranslator(s)/ Edito: Pravin H ParekhPublisher: Universal Law PublishingYear: 2006Language: EnglishPages: 183ISBN/UPC (if available): 8175345896 DescriptionOPENING REMARKS by the ChairpersonSince its inception in 1989, the International Institute of Human Rights Society celebrates Human Rights Day every year. The Society is a non-political, charitable organization and is open to all irrespective of religion, race, caste, sex, nationality or place of birth. Each year on the occasion of Human Rights Day, the Executive Committee holds a discussion on a select topic by inviting a speaker to deliver the theme address. This year’s theme is Human Rights & Social Justice under the Constitution. We are delighted that Hon’ble Mr Justice Arijit Pasayat, Judge, Supreme Court of India, whose commitment to Human Rights is well known, is delivering the theme address.Today, we assemble here to celebrate the 58th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Hum