Course Description:
The course introduces the students to post-colonial theory and how it has been adopted by legal scholars resulting in the emerging discipline of legal theory. The underlying idea is to encourage reflection and analysis of the continuing relationship between law and colonialism.
An introductory lecture will provide an overview of postcolonial theory, its history, context and responses to it. Each of the following sessions will have an overarching theme around which the class will discuss two to four key texts. The themes include international law; human rights; criminal justice; postcolonial feminist thought; critical race theory, migration and citizenship; and religion. One student will present the text, followed by a close reading and discussion with the whole class.
Method of Assessment: The main form of evaluation will be presentations and active participation in class discussions. Additionally, interested students may also write an essay at the end of the course for 2 extra credits.
Credits: 3 to 5
Total number of hours: 7 sessions between 1st June to 22nd July (Wednesdays, 10 am – 2 pm)
Language of the course: English
- Course owner: Natacha d'Araïo M.A.
- Course owner: Kalika Mehta