Exploring Vitoria's Theory on Jus Gentium and Natural Law

The chapter delves into Vitoria's beliefs on the rights of natural society found in the jus gentium, linking it to the law of peoples and international law. It examines how Vitoria argued for the inclusion of Indians into the human family with legal status, asserting that Indians and Spaniards are equals in the international community. The narrative expands on Vitoria's views on natural law, human rights, and the modern conception of a cosmopolitan world, despite acknowledging shortcomings and criticisms in the context of colonialism.