What is human rights ?

Human rights are rights we have simply because we exist as human beings - they are not granted by any state. These universal rights are inherent to us all, and they should be respected by every government and institution. However, in reality, human rights violations occur every day, all over the world. From police brutality to forced evictions, people are having their basic rights violated. It’s time to fight back against these human rights violations and ensure that everyone has the basic freedoms they deserve. In this blog post, we will explore some of the most common human rights violations and what you can do to help stop them.

What are human rights?

Human rights are a set of inalienable rights that every human being is entitled to regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, race, or any other distinguishing characteristic. These rights include the right to life, liberty, and security of person; freedom from torture, inhuman or degrading treatment; and freedom from arbitrary arrest or detention. Everyone is equal before the law and has the right to a fair trial. Other human rights include the right to own property, freedom of expression and religion, the right to work and education, and many more.

While human rights are inherent to all of us, they are not always respected or protected. In many countries around the world, people suffer from violations of their human rights on a daily basis. This is why it is so important for everyone to be aware of their human rights and to stand up for them when they are being violated.

The different types of human rights

There are many different types of human rights, but they can broadly be divided into two categories: negative rights and positive rights.

Negative rights are those that protect us from interference by others, such as the right to life, liberty and security of person. Positive rights are those that require others to take active steps to protect and promote our rights, such as the right to education or the right to health.

Both negative and positive rights are essential for a full and dignified life. However, it is often the positive rights that are most lacking in practice, as they require more resources and effort to fulfil. This means that people who are already marginalised and disadvantaged – such as women, children, indigenous peoples, minorities, migrants and persons with disabilities – are often the ones whose human rights are most at risk.

Pros and cons of human rights

Human rights are a controversial and often misunderstood concept. On the one hand, human rights are seen as a fundamental and inalienable part of every individual, regardless of nationality, race, or religion. On the other hand, some argue that human rights are merely a tool used by powerful interests to control and manipulate weaker ones.

So what are the pros and cons of human rights? Let's take a closer look.

PROS:

- Human rights provide a moral and ethical framework for living in society. They remind us of our obligations to others, and help create an atmosphere of respect and tolerance.

- Human rights promote equality and nondiscrimination. They protect vulnerable groups from abuse and exploitation, and help ensure that everyone has access to basic needs like education, healthcare, and housing.

- Human rights can help prevent conflict. By promoting understanding and respect for others, they can reduce tensions between different groups within society. And by holding governments accountable for their actions, they can help prevent large-scale human rights violations like genocide or ethnic cleansing.

CONS:

- Some argue that human rights are too abstract and subjective, making them open to interpretation and abuse. For example, the concept of "human dignity" is often used to justify all kinds of restrictions on personal freedom, from censorship to dress codes.

- Others argue that human rights are nothing more than a form of Western cultural imperialism, imposed on other societies without regard for