The IBSS thesaurus is a useful tool for exploring the keywords used to index IBSS records relating to a specific research topic, and for using alternative search terms to retrieve all relevant material in the IBSS database.
Take for example the subject of basic rights. By using the thesaurus you will find that basic rights is linked to the broader term rights; a wide range of narrower terms, such as freedom of assembly, freedom of conscience, freedom of speech and freedom of thought; and to the related term human rights. This helps you to decide whether to broaden your search or to narrow it down to search for a more specific area of rights. You can explore the thesaurus by logging in to IBSS online and using the search tools provided. Further information on the thesaurus is available in issue 9 of the IBSS newsletter.
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