Human Rights Quiz T5

What are human rights?

• Rights that are exclusive to human beings

• Rights that are granted by the government

• Rights that are inherent to all human beings regardless of race, gender, nationality, or any other status

• Rights that are only applicable in developed countries

What is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

• A legally binding treaty signed by all UN member states

• A non-binding declaration adopted by the UN General Assembly

• A set of guidelines for international trade relations

• A resolution passed by the International Criminal Court

Which of the following is NOT a category of human rights?

• Civil and political rights

• Social, Cultural, economic rights

• Environmental rights

Which of the following is a civil and political right?

• Right to education

• Right to freedom of religion

• Right to a standard of living adequate for health and well-being

• Right to work and to free choice of employment

Which of the following is a social and economic right?

• Right to participate in government

• Right to rest and leisure

• Right to freedom of expression

• Right to freedom from torture

Which of the following is a cultural right?

• Right to life

• Right to education

• Right to participate in cultural life

• Right to a nationality

What is the role of governments in protecting human rights?

• Governments are not responsible for protecting human rights

• Governments are solely responsible for protecting human rights

• Governments have a duty to respect, protect, and fulfill human rights

• Governments are only responsible for protecting the human rights of their own citizens

What is the difference between a negative right and a positive right?

• A negative right requires others to refrain from doing something, while a positive right requires others to take action

• A negative right requires others to take action, while a positive right requires others to refrain from doing something

• There is no difference between a negative right and a positive right

• A negative right is only applicable in times of peace, while a positive right is only applicable in times of war

What is the purpose of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights?

• To promote and protect civil and political rights

• To promote and protect the right to self-determination

• To promote and protect social and economic rights

• To promote and protect the right to education

What does Article 28 of the UNCRC provide for a child, in terms of rights? (3)

• The article recognizes the right of every child to an education.

• States parties to the UNCRC are required to make primary education compulsory and free to all children.

• The article emphasizes the importance of accessible and quality education

• The article recognises the child's right to restorative justice