What is human rights?

Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms to which all individuals are entitled, regardless of their nationality, race, gender, religion, or any other status. These rights are inherent to all human beings and are often considered universal, inalienable, and indivisible. Human rights encompass a wide range of principles and protections, including the right to life, liberty, and security of person; freedom of thought, expression, and religion; the right to education, healthcare, and a standard of living; and protection against discrimination, torture, and slavery, among others. They are enshrined in various international and national legal frameworks, such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and national constitutions, and are intended to ensure the dignity, equality, and well-being of every individual.