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International Human Rights Law

Description: This quiz covers the fundamental principles and provisions of International Human Rights Law.
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Which international treaty is widely considered the cornerstone of international human rights law?

  1. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

  2. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

  3. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

  4. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted in 1948, is a foundational document in international human rights law, setting out a broad range of fundamental rights and freedoms.

What is the primary body responsible for promoting and protecting human rights at the United Nations?

  1. Security Council

  2. General Assembly

  3. Human Rights Council

  4. International Court of Justice

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Human Rights Council, established in 2006, is the UN body tasked with promoting and protecting human rights worldwide.

Which international treaty prohibits torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment?

  1. Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment

  2. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

  3. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

  4. Convention on the Rights of the Child

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Convention against Torture, adopted in 1984, is a key treaty that prohibits torture and other forms of cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.

What is the principle of non-discrimination in international human rights law?

  1. The principle that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

  2. The principle that everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.

  3. The principle that no one shall be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.

  4. The principle that everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of non-discrimination is a fundamental principle in international human rights law, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, or other status.

Which international treaty sets out the economic, social, and cultural rights that all individuals are entitled to?

  1. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

  2. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

  3. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

  4. Convention on the Rights of the Child

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, adopted in 1976, sets out the economic, social, and cultural rights that all individuals are entitled to, including the right to work, the right to social security, the right to education, and the right to health.

What is the principle of self-determination in international human rights law?

  1. The principle that all peoples have the right to freely determine their political status and pursue their economic, social, and cultural development.

  2. The principle that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

  3. The principle that everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.

  4. The principle that no one shall be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of self-determination is a fundamental principle in international human rights law, recognizing the right of peoples to determine their own political status and pursue their own economic, social, and cultural development.

Which international treaty sets out the rights of children?

  1. Convention on the Rights of the Child

  2. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

  3. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

  4. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Convention on the Rights of the Child, adopted in 1989, is a comprehensive treaty that sets out the rights of children, including the right to life, the right to education, and the right to protection from abuse and exploitation.

What is the principle of accountability in international human rights law?

  1. The principle that states are responsible for respecting, protecting, and fulfilling human rights.

  2. The principle that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

  3. The principle that everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.

  4. The principle that no one shall be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of accountability in international human rights law holds states responsible for respecting, protecting, and fulfilling human rights, and for taking steps to prevent and address human rights violations.

What is the principle of universality in international human rights law?

  1. The principle that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

  2. The principle that everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.

  3. The principle that no one shall be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.

  4. The principle that human rights are universal, indivisible, interdependent, and interrelated.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The principle of universality in international human rights law recognizes that human rights are universal, indivisible, interdependent, and interrelated, and that all human beings are entitled to these rights without distinction of any kind.

Which international treaty sets out the rights of persons with disabilities?

  1. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

  2. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

  3. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

  4. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, adopted in 2006, is a comprehensive treaty that sets out the rights of persons with disabilities, including the right to equality, the right to accessibility, and the right to live independently.

What is the principle of due process in international human rights law?

  1. The principle that everyone is entitled to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal.

  2. The principle that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

  3. The principle that everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.

  4. The principle that no one shall be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of due process in international human rights law ensures that everyone is entitled to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, and that their rights are respected throughout the legal process.

Which international treaty sets out the rights of indigenous peoples?

  1. Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

  2. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

  3. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

  4. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, adopted in 2007, is a comprehensive declaration that sets out the rights of indigenous peoples, including the right to self-determination, the right to land and resources, and the right to cultural identity.

What is the principle of non-refoulement in international human rights law?

  1. The principle that no one shall be returned to a country where they would face persecution.

  2. The principle that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

  3. The principle that everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.

  4. The principle that no one shall be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of non-refoulement in international human rights law prohibits the return of individuals to a country where they would face persecution or other serious harm.

Which international treaty sets out the rights of migrant workers?

  1. International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families

  2. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

  3. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

  4. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, adopted in 1990, is a comprehensive treaty that sets out the rights of migrant workers and their families, including the right to work, the right to social security, and the right to family reunification.

What is the principle of equality before the law in international human rights law?

  1. The principle that everyone is equal before the law and is entitled to equal protection of the law.

  2. The principle that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

  3. The principle that everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.

  4. The principle that no one shall be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of equality before the law in international human rights law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, or other status, and ensures that everyone is entitled to equal protection of the law.

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