Quote by: Rene Cassin

The implementation measures of both Covenants, but especially those of the Covenant concerning civil and political rights, were considerably weakened to the point where they assumed an optional character.


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Author Bio


  • NameRene Cassin
  • DescriptionFrench jurist
  • BornOctober 5, 1887
  • DiedFebruary 20, 1976
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionJurist; Judge; Diplomat; Educationist
  • AwardsNobel Peace Prize; Grand Cross Of The Legion Of Honour; Croix De Guerre 1914–1918; Commander Of The Order Of Academic Palms; Companion Of The Liberation; Médaille De La Résistance; United Nations Prize In The Field Of Human Rights