Gurmehar Randhawa, Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad.
ABSTRACT
The Rohingya, a marginalized ethnic group in Myanmar, have long faced severe discrimination and persecution. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has aptly labeled them as among the most oppressed people globally. The Rohingya's plight reached a critical juncture in August 2017 when violence erupted in Myanmar's Rakhine State, forcing over 742,000 individuals, including many children, to flee to Bangladesh.
This research delves into the legal aspects of the Rohingya crisis, particularly examining whether the atrocities committed against them amount to genocide or ethnic cleansing under international law. It documents the systematic expulsion and brutal military crackdowns the Rohingya have endured since 2016, orchestrated by the Myanmar government. Analyzing these events within the framework of international law, this study seeks to determine if the actions of the Myanmar military constitute genocide or ethnic cleansing. It also criticizes the inadequate response of the international community, particularly the United Nations, in protecting the Rohingya.
By shedding light on the accountability of the Myanmar government and military, this research aims to contribute significantly to addressing the Rohingya crisis. It calls for justice and urges the international community to take concrete steps to ensure the protection and rights of the Rohingya people.
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