Universal Declaration of Human Rights Quiz

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What does the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) outline?

  • The limitations of human rights
  • The history of human rights movements
  • The benefits of human rights for specific groups
  • Fundamental human rights in 30 articles (correct)

What does the first article of the UDHR state?

  • Freedom and equality are not essential in society
  • Some individuals are born with more rights than others
  • The concept of human rights is unnecessary
  • Everyone is born free and equal in dignity and rights (correct)

What does the text emphasize about the good life in relation to human rights?

  • It demands equal treatment for all individuals
  • It demands no treatment for anyone
  • It demands preferential treatment for those who are disadvantaged (correct)
  • It demands preferential treatment for those who are advantaged

What does the preamble of the UDHR acknowledge?

<p>The belief in the need for freedom, justice, and global peace (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the General Assembly proclaim the UDHR to be?

<p>A shared standard of accomplishment for all people and nations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

Outlines fundamental human rights in 30 articles, applicable to every individual, everywhere.

UDHR Article 1

All humans are born free and equal in dignity and rights, regardless of any distinction.

Good life and human rights

Achieving a good life requires prioritizing and supporting those who face disadvantages.

UDHR Preamble

Recognizes faith in the necessity of freedom, justice, and world peace as foundational.

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UDHR as Proclaimed by the General Assembly

A common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations

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Study Notes

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

  • Outlines fundamental human rights to be universally protected and respected
  • Comprises 30 articles that set forth these rights and freedoms

Article 1 of the UDHR

  • States that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights

The Good Life and Human Rights

  • Emphasizes that human rights are essential for individuals to live a dignified and fulfilling life

Preamble of the UDHR

  • Acknowledges the inherent dignity and worth of every human being
  • Recognizes the importance of promoting social progress and better living standards

Proclamation by the General Assembly

  • The UDHR is proclaimed as a common standard of achievement for all peoples and nations

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