“The grand narrative of human rights contains a subtext that depicts an epochal contest pitting savages, on the one hand, against victims and saviors, on the other.” Relying on Mutua’s savages-victims-saviours construction, critically analyse KO
Order Description:
“The grand narrative of human rights contains a subtext that depicts an epochal contest pitting savages, on the one hand,against victims and saviors,on the other.” Relying on Mutua’s savages-victims-saviours (SVS) construction, critically analyse the Kony video.
Aims/Objectives
In this assignment you are expected to:
• Engage in reasoned debate about human rights universalism and cultural relativism.
• Analyse contemporary tensions between respecting cultural diversity and compliance with human rights norms.
• Display effective research skills and analytical processes in investigating the cultural issues raised by the rise of the global human rights regime.
Assessment Description:
This is short reflection on the readings from the first four weeks that requires all essay conventions such as use of academic sources and appropriate referencing.
You are expected to make a reasoned argument to support your own position, and provide evidence from the readings.
You must discuss AT LEAST FOUR of the set readings in your response. Do not refer to any sources outside the set readings. This assessment aims to assess your level of engagement with, and understanding of, the course readings.