The Impact of Human Rights on Child Custody Decisions in Modern Family Law Systems

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Context 1.2 Objectives of the Study 1.3 Significance of the Research 1.4 Scope and Limitations 1.5 Structure of the Thesis 2. Human Rights Framework 2.1 Definition of Human Rights 2.2 Evolution of Human Rights in Law 2.3 Key Human Rights Relevant to Child Custody 3. Modern Family Law Systems 3.1 Overview of Contemporary Family Law 3.2 Principles Guiding Family Law 3.3 Variations Across Jurisdictions 4. Child Custody Decisions 4.1 Criteria for Custody Determination 4.2 Traditional versus Modern Approaches 4.3 Role of the Best Interests Principle 5. Influence of Human Rights on Custody 5.1 Incorporation of Human Rights in Family Law 5.2 Case Studies and Judicial Interpretations 5.3 Effects on Custody Outcomes 6. Comparative Analysis 6.1 Differences Between Jurisdictions 6.2 Trends and Patterns in Court Decisions 6.3 Cultural and Legal Implications 7. Challenges and Criticisms 7.1 Conflicts Between Human Rights and National Laws 7.2 Critique of Current Legal Practices 7.3 Recommendations for Improvement 8. Conclusions and Recommendations 8.1 Summary of Findings 8.2 Policy Implications 8.3 Areas for Future Research