Type: Doctrinal Study (Self-Determination)
Author: Antonio Cassese
Focus:
- Evolution of self-determination
- Legal vs political dimensions
- Post-colonial application
Key Contribution:
Traces the transformation of self-determination from a political principle into a legal right.
Legal Significance:
Provides one of the most influential interpretations of when and how self-determination may be invoked under international law.
Relevance to Research:
Essential for analyzing whether self-determination applies beyond classical decolonization contexts.