The year 1948 was decisive for the development of both international criminal law and international human rights law. Each branch followed its own path, but both developed out of the recognition that international law must better protect → human dignity against state abuse. Hence, it is not surprising that there are various interactions between international criminal law and human rights law. This contribution will outline them.
The contribution is part of the Elgar Encyclopedia of Human Rights. The Elgar Encyclopedia of Human Rights is the most comprehensive reference work in the field of international human rights protection. Comprising over 340 entries, presented alphabetically, and available online and in print, the Encyclopedia addresses the full range of themes associated with the study and practice of human rights in the modern world. The topics range from substantive human rights to the relevant institutions, legal documents, conceptual and procedural issues of international law and a wide variety of thematic entries. The Encyclopedia has a distinct focus on international human rights law but at the same time is enriched by approaches from the broader social, sciences making it a truly unique and multi-disciplinary resource.