The UDHR Flashcards
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When and why:
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The UDHR was adopted by the UN General Assembly on December 10, 1948, in response to the atrocities of World War II. It aimed to set universal standards for human rights to prevent such atrocities in the future.
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Review of articles:
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The UDHR comprises 30 articles that outline fundamental human rights. Examples include the right to life, liberty, and security, freedom from torture and slavery, and the right to education and work.
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How put into law:
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adopted by the UN
