Critically Examining the Tensions Between Universalist and Cultural Relativist Approaches in the Discourse on Human Rights Introduction The discourse on human rights is marked by a fundamental tension between universalist and cultural relativist approaches. Universalists argue that human rights are inherent, inalienable, and universally applicable, regardless of cultural, religious, or political contexts. In contrast, cultural … Continue reading Critically examine the tensions between universalist and cultural relativist approaches in the discourse on human rights.