Universal Declaration of Human Rights Quiz

What is the main difference between inalienable and universal rights?

• Inalienable rights are granted by governments, while universal rights are not.

• Inalienable rights are temporary, while universal rights are permanent.

• Inalienable rights are specific to a country, while universal rights apply globally.

• Inalienable rights are for individuals, while universal rights are for groups.

Who played a significant role in the creation of the UDHR?

• Winston Churchill

• Eleanor Roosevelt

• Nelson Mandela

• Mahatma Gandhi

When was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the United Nations?

• November 11, 1918

• July 4, 1776

• December 10, 1948

• June 6, 1944

What is one of the main purposes of the UDHR?

• To create a new legal system

• To promote economic growth

• To generate international social progress

• To establish a global government

Which of the following issues was not addressed by the UDHR?

• Cruel punishment

• Arbitrary detention

• LGBTQI rights

• Freedom of religion

Why is the UDHR criticized for its effectiveness?

• It is legally non-binding

• It is too detailed

• It was never officially adopted

• It is only applicable in Europe

What is a criticism regarding the focus of the UDHR?

• It emphasizes civil and political rights over sociocultural rights

• It ignores economic rights

• It emphasizes group rights over individual rights

• It focuses more on sociocultural rights

What historical event prompted the creation of the UDHR?

• World War II

• The Great Depression

• The Cold War

• The Industrial Revolution

How can individuals in the United States contribute to human rights advocacy?

• By focusing solely on local issues

• By voting or advocating for supportive politicians

• By avoiding political discussions

• By ignoring international issues

Which organizations can individuals join to support human rights?

• NATO and the European Union

• World Health Organization and UNICEF

• The World Bank and IMF

• Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch