Human Rights Day 2022: History, significance, and theme of the day

Every year Human Rights Day is celebrated on December 10. It commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 1948. Human Rights Day focuses on the fundamental rights and liberties to which all people worldwide are entitled simply by virtue of their humanity.

It celebrates and advocates for rights that transcend nationality, gender, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, religion, or any other distinction. This year marks the 74th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 72nd Human

Rights Day.

Human Rights Day 2022: History

Human Rights Day was formally established in 1950, following the adoption of UNGA Resolution 423. (V). According to the resolution, all states (members and non-members) and interested organisations were invited to observe this day to commemorate the proclamation of the UDHR and to increase their efforts in this field of human progress. Human Rights Day has addressed issues such as discrimination, diversity, education, freedom, poverty, torture, and equality over the last decade.

Human Rights Day: Significance

The UDHR contains 30 articles that outline a wide range of fundamental human rights and freedoms to which all people from across the world are entitled. The UDHR serves as a guidepost for what all nations must strive for in order to meet basic human needs, whether socioeconomic or political.

Human Rights Day: Theme in 2022

The theme of the campaign will be "Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All." On December 10, 2023, the world will commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In light of this upcoming milestone, a year-long campaign will be launched on December 10 this year to highlight the UDHR, emphasising its legacy, relevance, and activism.

FAQs

1.Who secures your rights?
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is the leading UN entity in the field of human rights, with the singular mandate of promoting and protecting all human rights for all people.

2. Why are fundamental rights so important?
Fundamental Rights safeguard citizens' liberties and freedoms against state invasion and prevent the establishment of authoritarian and dictatorial rule in the country. They are important for the overall development of individuals and the country.