Philosophical Foundation of Human Rights

The book critiques classical philosophical foundations for human rights, arguing they are inadequate. It emphasizes the importance of human dignity, particularly through a Kantian lens, as the essential basis for human rights. This perspective not only helps differentiate between genuine and spurious rights but also evaluates the scope of existing rights and inspires the creation of new, unwritten rights. The philosophical framework proposed aims to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of human rights case law, promoting legal certainty and cogency.