Contemporary Issues 4th quarter exam 1

Human Rights

It is an entitlement that each individual is supposed to enjoy.

Equal protection clause

All persons under like circumstances and conditions both in the privileges conferred and liabilities imposed should be treated alike

Innate or Natural rights

Right is inherent and for all

Constitutional rights

Mandated, granted, and protected by the constitution of a country

Statutory rights

Mandated by laws approved and ratified by congress or lawmakers

Political rights

These represent the right to vote and participate in political processes to decide on the country’s leadership and governance and to be able to hold public offiice.

Economic rights

These rights refer to freedom to choose and pursue livelihood according to one’s desired or preferred career

Social/Cultural rights

Rights include the freedom to participate in living out one’s belief, continuing and enhancing one’s own traditions and customs

Rights of the accused

These protect people accused of any transgression of the law

Civil liberties/rights

Many of the these rights are innate and not created by law but are preserved by law

Freedom of expression

A principle that supports the freedom of an individual or a community to articulate their opinions and ideas without fear

Search warrant

An order in writing issued by the court commanding a peace officer to search for certain personal property

Clear and present danger

What can suspend the privacy of communication

Freedom of religion

Right to express their beliefs and convictions and to participate in activities in line with these beliefs

Right to privacy

It protects individuals from unauthorized intrusion into their personal lives, communications, and information

Freedom of speech

Right of individuals to express their opinions, thoughts, and ideas without fear of censhorship

Freedom of the press

Right of journalists, media organizations, and news outlets to report and publish information without government control, censorship, or retaliation

Right to property

It is a fundamental human right that allows individuals and groups to own, use, control, and dispose of possessions legally without unjust interference