UPSC CSE Prelims 2018
General Studies (Paper 1)
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December 10, 1948
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France. It was a direct response to the atrocities of World War II and represents the first global expression of what many believe are the rights to which all human beings are inherently entitled.
Key Facts about the UDHR:
Drafting Committee: It was chaired by Eleanor Roosevelt, the former First Lady of the United States, who was a driving force behind its creation.
Structure: It consists of a preamble and 30 articles detailing specific rights, including the right to life, freedom from torture, and the right to education.
Human Rights Day: Because of this historic event, December 10th is celebrated annually around the world as Human Rights Day.
Global Impact: While not a legally binding treaty itself, it served as the foundation for two binding UN covenants: the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
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