Ríos Montt
Efraín Ríos Montt was a Guatemalan general and politician who served as the de facto President of Guatemala from 1982 to 1983 during a period marked by severe human rights violations and a brutal civil war. His government was characterized by military repression against indigenous communities and leftist movements, leading to his eventual indictment for genocide and crimes against humanity. Ríos Montt's legacy remains controversial, symbolizing both the military's oppressive tactics and the struggle for justice in Guatemala's turbulent history.
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The case of Genocide against Ríos Montt is mentioned as an example of significant constitutional rulings.
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