International Journal of Law
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): Vol 1 No 1 June 2025

Enforcement Challenges in Human Rights Protection Under International Law

Nur 'Azah (Unknown)
Abd Rouf (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Jun 2024

Abstract

Despite the proliferation of international human rights instruments, the enforcement of these rights remains a persistent challenge in global governance. This article explores the structural, legal, and political obstacles that hinder the effective protection of human rights under international law. Drawing on a qualitative library research approach, the study examines the limitations of international courts and treaty bodies, the lack of binding enforcement mechanisms, issues of state sovereignty, and political selectivity in applying international standards. The findings suggest that although significant normative frameworks exist such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenants, and regional human rights conventions their implementation is uneven and often undermined by geopolitical interests and weak institutional authority. This article contributes to ongoing debates by emphasizing the need for stronger compliance mechanisms, improved state accountability, and enhanced cooperation between international institutions and domestic legal systems. Ultimately, addressing enforcement gaps is essential for the realization of human rights as universal and justiciable standards.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJL

Publisher

Subject

Religion Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

International Journal of Law (IJL) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to the publication of high-quality research and scholarly work in the fields of general law, Islamic law, and legal education. Established as a multidisciplinary legal platform, IJL aims to bridge classical ...