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Human
Rights in International Law |
In order to
have a true discussion, parameters must be set and this area is no
different. Differing
backgrounds, points of view, culture and personalities aside let the
following definition serve as a universal quota for this site. From the Merriam-Webster Online
Dictionary: Pronunciation:
'tor-ch&r 1 a : anguish of body or mind : AGONY b : something that causes agony or pain 2 : the infliction of intense pain (as
from burning, crushing, or wounding) to punish, coerce, or afford sadistic
pleasure Thus defined,
torture can now be discussed. |
