LO3 - legalisation: human rights act 1998

Question 1

1. explain the right to freedom from torture and inhuman or degrading treatment.

Answer 1

nobody should be physically punished or tortured without someone’s dignity/respect.

Question 2

2. explain the right to freedom from slavery and forced labour.

Answer 2

nobody should be forced into work though threats and different repercussions.

Question 3

3. explain the rights of personal liberty and security.

Answer 3

this means that you can’t be detained (locked up) unless criminal activity or mental health issues.

Question 4

4. explain the right of having a fair trail.

Answer 4

it’s the idea that everyone is innocent until proven guilty/legal team or during a fair trial by jury.

Question 5

how many human rights act 1998 are there?

Answer 5

16.

Question 6

what is the purpose of the human rights act 1998?

Answer 6

all public authorities must respect and protect your human rights.