International Relations Human Rights Questions
The concept of torture refers to the intentional infliction of severe physical or psychological pain or suffering upon an individual, typically for the purpose of obtaining information, punishment, or coercion. Torture violates human rights as it directly contradicts the fundamental principles of human dignity, equality, and freedom from cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment. It infringes upon the right to life, liberty, and security of the person, as well as the right to be free from torture or cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment, as enshrined in various international human rights instruments such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. Torture undermines the principles of justice, fairness, and respect for the inherent worth and dignity of every individual, and it is universally condemned as a violation of human rights.