Synopsis Human rights are almost a form of religion in today’s world. They are universal since they are said to belong to all humans in every society. Human rights require community for their implementation, while community requires human rights as the basis of its morally justified economic, political and social operations and enactments. Violations of human rights is one of the most worrying problems of our times for the entire world civilisation. Almost every commission on human rights has stressed the need to revitalise human society through greater focus on human rights, and made recommendations to attain this illusive ideal. At the dawn of the third Millennium, we are faced with challenges to ensure the universal protection of people by reinforcing the bonds of human compassion and solidarity. This authentic, informative and educative work has tried to explore varied contours, dimensions and new visions on human rights with the changing world scenario. It is timely and well documented, which would be a solace to the downtrodden individuals and nations alike, and a guide to scholars and, perhaps, the leaders in the field.