GC Flashcards
What are human rights?
A basic set of universal rights & freedoms that all humans are entitled to
What is the pattern of forced labour globally?
Most of forced labour happens in Africa and parts of Asia
India has 1.1%
What are 2 factors behind forced labour in these countries?
Poverty and lack of economic opportunities
Corruption and instability
What is the patterns of maternal mortality?
Asia and Africa have the highest maternal mortality rate
E.g India & Nigeria
What are 2 factors behind the maternal mortality rates?
Low standards of living
Low doctor to patient ratio
What is the global pattern of capital punishment?
Majority is in Asia and Africa
E.g China & Iran
What are the factors behind the pattern of capital punishment?
Differences in legality
Difference in culture and religion
What are the 3 factors behind gender inequality?
Economic
Social
Political
Name 1 economic reasons behind gender inequality
Less money in a household puts pressure on girls to help out domestically
Name 2 social reasons behind gender inequality
In poorer countries, girls suffer from exclusion & disadvantages in education
Lack of education prevents women from accessing economic opportunities
Name 2 political factors that influence gender inequality
Political agendas such as religious views may limit access to women
Political corruption means that less money is available for education leading to boys being prioritised
What is the name of the organisation that came up with the Human rights act?
The Equality & Human rights commission
Name 5 human rights
Right to life
Freedom from torture & inhuman or degrading treatment
Freedom from slavery & forced labour
Right to fair trial
Right to education
