Universal declaration of human rights
Civic Education SS1 Second Term
Week 8
Universal declaration of human rights
Performance objectives
The student should be able to:
1. Meaning/definition of human rights.
2. The historical background of the universal declaration of human right.
Content
Definition of human right.
Human rights are the basic natural rights which are vital for human existence and all individuals are entitled to them and are expected to enjoy them in full no matter who they are or where they come from.
Historical background of the universal declaration of human right
The universal declaration of human rights (UDHR) is a declaration adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1948. Drafted by a committee chaired by Eleanor Roosevelt, it was adopted without dissent but with eights abstentions. Among its 30 articles are definitions.... View More
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