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Volume 5, Issue 2
Title : Innovation In Transional Justice: A New Era For Human Rights Enforcement
Author : Savita Panwar-1, Dr. Suman Paliwal-2
Abstract :
This paper examines contemporary innovations in transitional justice and their growing influence on the enforcement of human rights in post-conflict and post-authoritarian contexts. As traditional mechanisms—such as truth commissions, criminal tribunals, and reparative initiatives—face limitations in addressing the complexities of modern conflicts, new and adaptive approaches are emerging to reshape the field. These include the use of digital technologies for evidence gathering, community-driven reconciliation models, hybrid legal frameworks, and the incorporation of restorative justice principles. The study analyzes how these innovations enhance accountability, amplify victim participation, and drive institutional transformation in diverse sociopolitical environments. Drawing on recent case studies from multiple regions, the paper highlights the potential of these strategies to bridge the persistent gap between justice and lasting peace. It argues that transitional justice is entering a new era—one marked by creative methodologies, collaborative governance, and a renewed commitment to human dignity and universal rights.
Keywords: Transitional Justice, Judicial, Non-Judicial, Reparation, Adhoc, Tribunal