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3428. The Politics of Torture

Also offered as: POLS 3428

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: Open to juniors or higher.

Grading Basis: Graded

Examination of the usage of torture by state and non-state actors. Questions include, "Why is torture perpetrated?" "What domestic and international legal frameworks and issues related to the use of torture?" "How effective are existing legal prohibitions and remedies?" "Who tortures?" and "How does torture affect transitional justice?"


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Term Campus Instruction Mode Instructor Section Session Schedule Location Enrollment Notes
Fall 2024 Storrs In Person Richards, David 001 Reg TuTh 12:30pm‑1:45pm
MCHU 201 22/22