Human rights are the fundamental rights and freedoms entitled to every person, regardless of nationality, sex, ethnicity, religion, or any other status. These rights are based on shared values like dignity, fairness, equality, respect, and independence. Human rights encompass a wide range of entitlements, including civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights.
Civil and political rights protect individuals’ freedoms from infringement by governments, social organizations, and private individuals. Examples include the right to life, freedom of expression, and the right to fair trial. Economic, social, and cultural rights, on the other hand, relate to the economic and social conditions necessary for individuals to live with dignity, such as the rights to education, work, health care, and an adequate standard of living.
Human rights are universal, inalienable, and indivisible, meaning they apply to all people, cannot be taken away, and are interdependent, where the violation of one right can affect the realization of others. They are often enshrined in international law, including treaties and conventions, the most notable being the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948.
World leaders gather in Poland to commemorate a tragic chapter in history. The event marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, symbolizing resilience and remembrance. On Monday, prominent…