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When were most of his writings published?
When were most of his writings published?
What idea did the European Movement develop in the 18th century?
What idea did the European Movement develop in the 18th century?
What document admits basic human rights to all individuals?
What document admits basic human rights to all individuals?
What is the estimated number of children and youth out of school according to UIS data for the school year ending in 2020?
What is the estimated number of children and youth out of school according to UIS data for the school year ending in 2020?
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What is the minimum education that states must ensure is available?
What is the minimum education that states must ensure is available?
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Why is the right to education important for girls?
Why is the right to education important for girls?
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How many countries have 9 years or more of critical education?
How many countries have 9 years or more of critical education?
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What is the age range for lower secondary school age?
What is the age range for lower secondary school age?
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What is the main purpose of recognizing human rights?
What is the main purpose of recognizing human rights?
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What is the nature of human rights, according to the text?
What is the nature of human rights, according to the text?
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What is the significance of the 'Articles of the Barons' in the history of human rights?
What is the significance of the 'Articles of the Barons' in the history of human rights?
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Which philosopher is credited with creating the Natural Rights Theory?
Which philosopher is credited with creating the Natural Rights Theory?
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What is the main idea behind the concept of natural rights?
What is the main idea behind the concept of natural rights?
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What is the significance of the right to life in the context of human rights?
What is the significance of the right to life in the context of human rights?
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Why are human rights sometimes referred to as 'natural rights'?
Why are human rights sometimes referred to as 'natural rights'?
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What is the main idea behind the concept of equality in the context of human rights?
What is the main idea behind the concept of equality in the context of human rights?
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What percentage of primary school-age children do not attend primary school?
What percentage of primary school-age children do not attend primary school?
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What is the estimated number of young people who lack basic literacy skills?
What is the estimated number of young people who lack basic literacy skills?
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According to UNESCO, what is the role of states in ensuring the right to education?
According to UNESCO, what is the role of states in ensuring the right to education?
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What is the projected percentage of young people who will finish secondary school in 2030?
What is the projected percentage of young people who will finish secondary school in 2030?
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How many countries have at least 12 years of free education?
How many countries have at least 12 years of free education?
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What is the youth literacy rate (15-24) according to the text?
What is the youth literacy rate (15-24) according to the text?
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What is the role of UNESCO in ensuring the right to education?
What is the role of UNESCO in ensuring the right to education?
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Why is education considered a fundamental human right?
Why is education considered a fundamental human right?
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What was the primary focus of education in Egypt during the era of Muhammad Ali?
What was the primary focus of education in Egypt during the era of Muhammad Ali?
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What was the main goal of education in Egypt, according to the Constitution of 2014?
What was the main goal of education in Egypt, according to the Constitution of 2014?
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What was the significance of the Egyptian laws of 1956 in terms of education?
What was the significance of the Egyptian laws of 1956 in terms of education?
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What was the primary feature of education in Egypt during the 19th century?
What was the primary feature of education in Egypt during the 19th century?
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What was the main objective of the State in education, according to the Constitution of 2014?
What was the main objective of the State in education, according to the Constitution of 2014?
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What was the impact of the Egyptian laws of 1956 on education?
What was the impact of the Egyptian laws of 1956 on education?
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What is the importance of education in Egypt, according to the Constitution of 2014?
What is the importance of education in Egypt, according to the Constitution of 2014?
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What was the significance of Article 51 of the Constitution in terms of education?
What was the significance of Article 51 of the Constitution in terms of education?
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What is the primary goal of a stable educational policy in Egypt?
What is the primary goal of a stable educational policy in Egypt?
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What does the word 'Health' originate from?
What does the word 'Health' originate from?
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What is the impact of lack of good health on human beings?
What is the impact of lack of good health on human beings?
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What is the right to health inclusive of?
What is the right to health inclusive of?
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What are some of the factors that affect the health of individuals or communities according to W.H.O?
What are some of the factors that affect the health of individuals or communities according to W.H.O?
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Why is education important for the right to health?
Why is education important for the right to health?
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What is a key aspect of the right to health?
What is a key aspect of the right to health?
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What is health according to the text?
What is health according to the text?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Human Rights
- Human rights are the essential needs of an individual or group, accepted by the community or society, for a good life, and identified by the state.
- Human rights are innate and cannot be taken away, and are essential for dignity, respect, and care.
- Human rights support equal treatment, regardless of gender, social or economic level, religion, class, color, or other differences.
Historical Perspective
- The first official document of human rights was signed by King John on June 15, 1215, called the "Articles of the Barons".
- Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau are credited with creating the Natural Rights Theory.
- The European Movement in the 18th century developed the idea of the Right of Man.
International Bill of Human Rights
- The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is the most valuable document regarding human rights and has influenced national and international laws.
- The UDHR includes inspiring rights, economic, social, and cultural rights.
Education as a Right
- The right to education is a fundamental human right, essential for human dignity and development.
- Education is critical for individuals to lift themselves out of poverty and participate fully in social, political, cultural, and economic activities.
- The UDHR states that everyone has the right to education, without differentiation, and of good quality.
Current Situation
- According to UIS data, 258 million children and youth are out of school, including 59 million of primary school age, 62 million of lower secondary school age, and 138 million of upper secondary age.
- Only 99 countries have at least 12 years of free education, and 8.2% of primary school-age children do not attend primary school.
- The youth literacy rate (15-24) is 91.73%, meaning 102 million youth lack basic literacy skills.
Legal Action on the Right to Education
- The right to education is protected in national law, and states must ensure that citizens have legal recourse when the right is violated.
- UNESCO has tools to discuss and resolve objections to the right to education, and states can bring issues to the Committee and Recommendations for discussion.
The Right to Education in Egypt
- The right to education is a fundamental right, essential for the realization of other human rights.
- In Egypt, education was free and a governmental responsibility from the era of Muhammad Ali in the 19th century.
- The Egyptian laws of 1956 and 2014 guarantee the right to education, making it compulsory through high school and free of charge in State schools.
Health
- Health is the most important basic need of human beings, essential for physical and mental well-being.
- The right to health is an inclusive right, including access to healthcare, safe drinking water, sanitation, good food and housing, healthy working and environmental conditions, and health-related education.
- WHO has outlined factors that affect the health of individuals or communities, including place of residence, environment, gender, income, education received, and relationships with friends and family.
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This quiz covers the basics of human rights, including their meaning, importance, and characteristics. Learn about the nature of human rights and how they are essential for a good life.
