what is the universal declaration of human rights? |
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a document which is recognised worldwide, stating the basic human rights and foundation of freedom that ALL humans are entitled to. It declares that these rights are to be enjoyed by all people, no matter who they are and where they live.
The Declaration was created on 10th December 1948 by the United Nations, motivated by the experiences of World War II. Humanrights.gov.au, (2014). What is the Universal Declaration on Human Rights? | Australian Human Rights Commission. [online] Available at: https://www.humanrights.gov.au/publications/what-universal-declaration-human-rights [Accessed 12 Aug. 2014]. |
the UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Article 1.
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