The Subversive Activities Prevention Law of Japan: It's Creation, 1951-52
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Cecil H Uyehara
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Health & Wellness
形式
ハードカバー
ページ数
454
言語
英語
公開されました
Dec 16, 2009
出版社
Brill Academic Pub
ISBN-10
9004180923
ISBN-13
9789004180925
説明
In the aftermath of World War II, Japan faced a turbulent decade of political and social changes. Cecil H. Uyehara delves into a crucial period in Japanese history, focusing on the creation of the Subversive Activities Prevention Law. This law, enacted in the early 1950s, sparked significant debate about civil liberties and state security, reflecting the tense atmosphere of Cold War anxieties.
Uyehara meticulously traces the legislative process, highlighting the various factions and ideologies that influenced its development. Through thorough research and analysis, he exposes the motivations behind the law, revealing the conflict between governmental powers and individual rights. The work invites readers to consider the implications of such laws on democratic principles and civil society.
By examining this pivotal moment, Uyehara offers insights into contemporary issues regarding governance and activism in Japan. The book serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding national security and the enduring struggle between authority and freedom.
Uyehara meticulously traces the legislative process, highlighting the various factions and ideologies that influenced its development. Through thorough research and analysis, he exposes the motivations behind the law, revealing the conflict between governmental powers and individual rights. The work invites readers to consider the implications of such laws on democratic principles and civil society.
By examining this pivotal moment, Uyehara offers insights into contemporary issues regarding governance and activism in Japan. The book serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding national security and the enduring struggle between authority and freedom.