• Savita Panwar
• Dr. Suman Paliwal

Transitional justice refers to the range of judicial and non-judicial measures implemented by societies to redress legacies of human rights abuses. Transitional justice is a human rights framework that includes restitution, truth commissions, prosecutions, and institutional reforms, among other judicial and extrajudicial procedures. Transitional justice operates as a human rights framework by seeking to address the violations of basic human rights through accountability, acknowledgment, and reconciliation. The field has evolved to encompass a holistic approach that not only addresses the needs of victims but also aims to rebuild the social and political fabric of post-conflict societies. This paper examines the theoretical and practical intersections between transitional justice and human rights, arguing that the framework of transitional justice must be grounded in international human rights law to ensure comprehensive redress for past atrocities. The paper explores how transitional justice mechanisms contribute to long-term peace and stability by promoting justice, truth, and reparations, thereby reinforcing the rule of law and respect for human rights. The challenges in balancing retributive justice with restorative justice, especially in deeply divided societies, are also critically analyzed. Through case studies, this paper demonstrates the impact of transitional justice on human rights protection and its potential to foster a culture of respect for human rights in post-conflict societies. In conclusion, transitional justice as a human rights framework offers a holistic approach to addressing past atrocities and promoting human rights. It not only seeks to bring justice but also to transform societies, making them more just, inclusive, and resilient to future conflicts.

Transitional justice, human rights, truth commissions, reparations, institutional reform, reconciliation.

"Transitional Justice as a Human Rights Framework", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 12, page no.a13-a23, December-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2412003.pdf

"Transitional Justice as a Human Rights Framework", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 12, page no. ppa13-a23, December-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2412003.pdf