Un and UDHR

Question 1

What was the purpose of the League of Nations?

Answer 1

To maintain world peace and prevent wars through collective security.

Question 2

Explain the significance of the UDHR

Answer 2

It declares that human rights are universal – to be enjoyed by all people, no matter who they are or where they live.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the UN? 3 principles

Answer 3

To bring all nations together to work for peace and development based on the principles of justice, human dignity and well-being of all

Question 4

What made the protection of human rights an international concern?

Answer 4

The growth of totalitarian regimes and the atrocities of WW2

Question 5

What are the rights in the UDHR? 6 rights

Answer 5

Right to life
Freedom from slavery, torture...
Freedom of thought
Right to a fair trial
Right to work and education
Right to participate in social, political and cultural life

Question 6

What are the three forms of rights?

Answer 6

Civil and political
Economic, cultural and social
Solidarity

Question 7

Weaknesses of the UDHR? 4 weaknesses

Answer 7

Did not enforce social policy settings around the world
Not always enforced
Not always applied equally
Age and disability exempt

Question 8

What areas did Australia contribute to the UN? 4 things

Answer 8

Peace and security
Human rights
Development assistance
Social, economic and environmental affairs