16/03/2026
Human rights belong to every person simply because they are human. They are not something that must be bought, earned, or given by others. These rights apply equally to everyone and are closely connected to human dignity. Human rights are universal, meaning they belong to all people, and they are also interrelated and indivisible—each right supports and depends on the others.
Although people have these rights by nature, laws may place limited restrictions on how they are exercised. Such limits are only acceptable when they are necessary to protect national security, public safety, public order, public health, public morals, or the rights and freedoms of other people.
Human rights are generally grouped into three main categories. The first is civil and political rights, which protect personal freedoms such as the right to life, liberty, security, freedom of thought, religion, movement, and protection from torture, slavery, or unlawful detention. The second category is socio-economic rights, which include the right to work, receive fair wages, access healthcare, education, housing, food, and social support. The third category is cultural rights, which allow individuals to participate in cultural activities, benefit from scientific progress, and protect their intellectual or creative work.
In short, while people should enjoy their rights, they also have a responsibility to respect the rights of others and fulfill their duties in society.
