Role of NHRC in good governance
Role of NHRC in Good Governance Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person, regardless of their race, gender, nationality , religion or any other status. These rights are essential to ensure that all people are treated with dignity, equality and respect. The concept of human rights is based on the idea that all people have inherent value and worth, and that they should be able to live free from oppression , discrimination, and violence. Human rights include civil and political rights such as freedom of speech, assembly and religion as well as social, economic, and cultural rights, such as the right to education, healthcare and adequate housing. Human rights are protected by International Law including the '' Universal Declaration of Human Rights'', which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. Many countries including India have also enshrined human rights in their own constitutions and laws. The promotion and prot...