Meaning of Fundamental Human Rights

Fundamental human rights are the natural rights and freedoms guaranteed to every citizen by the constitution, which cannot be taken away except by law. They are privileges that every citizen of a state is entitled to enjoy irrespective of his/her race; tribe, religion, skin color or language. That is to say that, these rights are inalienable or universal.

Types of Fundamental Human Rights (1999 Constitution, Chapter IV)

1. Right to life

2. Right to dignity of human person

3. Right to personal liberty

4. Right to fair hearing

5. Right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion

6. Right to freedom of expression and the press

7. Right to peaceful assembly and association

8. Right to freedom of movement

9. Right to freedom from discrimination

10. Right to acquire and own property

11. Right to freedom from torture and inhumane treatment.

Importance of Fundamental Human Rights

1. It protects individuals from abuse of power

2. It promotes equality and justice

3. It guarantees dignity and freedom of citizens

4. It encourages participation in governance

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