If human rights cannot be taken away, then how come there are so many human rights abuses happening in the world?
The fact that we all have human rights does not mean that they are always respected. It is evident that human rights abuses and violations continue to occur in different parts of the world, including in the UK. In order to make human rights a reality in all people’s lives, it is essential that people know what their rights are and know how to claim them. It is equally vital that those responsible for protecting and respecting people’s rights are aware of their obligations and are held to account for human rights abuses. Therefore, states and people within them must know what their rights are, what responsibilities they hold, and how these can be maintained, protected and fulfilled.
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