Abstract: The author starts from the definition of torture regulated in convention against torture and other cruel,inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment and makes a deep analysis of the nature of torture,and draws three conclusions in the followings: torture is a behavior that seriously violates human rights;torture is a behavior that abuses the power of state;and torture in modern times is a crime.The author hopes that through the excavation of the nature of torture,.we will deepen the understanding of the behavior of torture and promote the realization of the purpose of anti-torture.
Publication Year: 2007
Publication Date: 2007-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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