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What was the primary motivation for the creation of the European Court of Human Rights?
What was the primary motivation for the creation of the European Court of Human Rights?
- To promote and protect human rights in Europe after World War II. (correct)
- To provide a forum for international diplomacy and negotiations.
- To settle disputes between European states.
- To establish a system for economic cooperation in Europe.
Which of the following entities can appeal to the European Court of Human Rights?
Which of the following entities can appeal to the European Court of Human Rights?
- Only international organizations.
- Only European states.
- Only individual citizens of European countries.
- Both European states and individuals. (correct)
How many judges are there in the European Court of Human Rights?
How many judges are there in the European Court of Human Rights?
- 27
- 50
- 46 (correct)
- 15
What is the main document that outlines the human rights protected by the European Court of Human Rights?
What is the main document that outlines the human rights protected by the European Court of Human Rights?
What evidence suggests that the European Court of Human Rights' judgments are generally respected?
What evidence suggests that the European Court of Human Rights' judgments are generally respected?
Flashcards
What is the ECHR?
What is the ECHR?
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) was established in 1959 to ensure human rights are protected in Europe.
Where is the ECHR located?
Where is the ECHR located?
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) is located in Strasbourg, France.
How many judges are there in the ECHR?
How many judges are there in the ECHR?
The ECHR has 46 judges, one representative from each member of the European Council.
What is the ECHR's role in protecting human rights?
What is the ECHR's role in protecting human rights?
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Why was the ECHR established?
Why was the ECHR established?
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Study Notes
European Court of Human Rights (ECHR)
- Established in 1959
- Purpose: Promote human rights and rule of law in Europe
- Located in Strasbourg, France
- Composed of 46 judges, one per member state
- Individuals can bring cases to the court if they believe their human rights have been violated
- The court's decisions are generally respected and have significant moral authority
- However, some member states are more compliant than others
- Number of cases handled by the ECHR has increased significantly
- Caseload has advanced human rights law significantly
- The court has considerable difficulty enforcing its decisions in some cases, although it attempts to do so
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Explore the key functions and history of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), established in 1959 to uphold human rights and the rule of law in Europe. Learn about its structure, the process for individuals to bring cases, and the challenges it faces in enforcing its decisions across member states.
