Date of Award
Spring 5-17-2025
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Advisor(s)
Professor Jose Aleman
Second Advisor
Caley Johnson, Ph.D.
Abstract
I.Abstract The adaptation of global human rights norms poses a significant challenge in diverse political and cultural contexts. In China, India, and Turkey, government policies, economic priorities, and cultural dynamics uniquely shape how these norms are engaged. China’s centralized governance prioritizes economic stability and collective rights, often at the expense of individual freedoms. In India, a democratic values and constitutional protections align with Western ideals, but caste and gender inequalities persist as systemic barriers. Turkey’s dynamic approach, influenced by secularism, religious tensions, and EU aspirations, reveals the impact of both external pressures and domestic political shifts. These case studies illustrate that integrating human rights is deeply context-dependent, requiring alignment with each nation’s unique historical, political, and social realities. They also highlight the broader tension between universal ideals of equality and freedom and the practical challenges of implementing them in diverse settings.
Recommended Citation
Rahola Funallet, Carlota, "What are the key government and economic factors that influence the adaptation of Western human rights norms in China, India, and Turkey?" (2025). Senior Theses. 188.
https://research.library.fordham.edu/international_senior/188
