About the Book:

Lawyer’s Companion™ on International Criminal Law & Human Rights is specially prepared for LL.M 3rd Semester students of Savitribai Phule Pune University — SPPU for Compulsory Paper 7 — ML-316, applicable with effect from January 2026.

This guide explains the subject in a clear, compact and examination-oriented manner. It helps students understand how international criminal law developed from Nuremberg and Tokyo tribunals to modern international criminal courts and tribunals. It also explains the connection between grave international crimes and human rights protection.

The guide covers important areas such as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, aggression, individual criminal responsibility, command responsibility, defences, International Criminal Court, ICTY, ICTR, hybrid tribunals, fair trial rights, victims’ participation, reparations, transitional justice, terrorism, gender-based crimes, environmental crimes and India’s approach to international criminal law.

It is useful for LL.M students who want structured notes, important questions, short notes, case-law support and quick revision material for examination preparation.

Table of Contents:

1. Foundations of International Criminal Law
2. Core International Crimes and Modes of Liability
3. International Criminal Justice Mechanisms and Human Rights
4. Contemporary Issues and Indian Perspective
5. Bonus Exam Tips and Bibliography