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Universal Declaration of Human Rights
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the UN General Assembly on 10 December 1948, sets out the human rights guaranteed to all people. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights marked the first time that the rights and freedoms of individuals were set forth in such detail as well as representing the first international recognition of human rights applicable to every person, everywhere.
The beginning of the Declaration begins with the statement that "All human beings are created free and equal in dignity and in rights." The Declaration is made up of 30 articles. The first 'cluster' of articles sets forth the civil and political rights to which everyone is entitled, the second 'cluster' sets forth the economic, social and cultural rights to which all human beings are permitted and the third 'cluster' provides a larger and protective framework in which all human rights are to be universally enjoyed. Since its adoption, it has been and continues to be a source of inspiration for national and international efforts to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms.
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Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Full Text)
UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
Universal Declaration of Human Rights 60th Anniversary