Question 1

All Human Rights are inherent in all human beings because

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Human rights are considered inherent in all human beings due to their capacity for reason and conscience, which allows them to recognize and respect the rights of others, making these rights universal and inalienable regardless of any external provision.

Question 2

Which of the following is not correct?

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C

Question 3

Which of the following are considered third generation rights?

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Third generation rights are collective rights that pertain to groups and communities, such as the right to self-determination, the right to economic and social development, the right to a healthy environment, and cultural rights. These contrast with first-generation rights, which are civil and political (such as freedom of speech and the right to vote), and second-generation rights, which are economic, social, and cultural (such as the right to education and the right to work).

Question 4

Freedom from torture is

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Question 5

the Indian tradition of human rights during war is best exemplified in the work of

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Emperor Ashoka is renowned for his contribution to human rights during war, especially after the Kalinga War, which led him to embrace Buddhism and propagate the principles of non-violence and compassion in warfare.

Question 6

Which of the following thinkers did not give the idea of natural rights?

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Jeremy Bentham did not give the idea of natural rights. Instead, he was a proponent of utilitarianism and critiqued the concept of natural rights, calling them "nonsense upon stilts."

Question 7

Which Article of Universal Declaration of Human Rights declares, "Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person"?

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Article 3 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states, "Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person."

Question 8

the Gandhian idea of individual rights was characterized within the framework of

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Gandhian philosophy emphasizes human interdependence, focusing on the moral and ethical obligations individuals have towards each other and society. This contrasts with the individualistic approach seen in the European liberal tradition.

Question 9

When did India enact positive law on human rights?

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India enacted positive law on human rights in 1993 with the establishment of the National Human Rights Commission.

Question 10

'Mandala the ory' of inter-state relations in ancient India was a contribution of

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Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was the one who contributed the 'Mandala theory' of inter-state relations in ancient India, which is detailed in his treatise, the Arthashastra. This theory describes the geopolitical dynamics and strategies for the king in the center of a mandala (circle) to manage relations with his neighbors and other rulers.

Question 11

When the Convention on the Rights of the child was adopted by the UN General Assembly?

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The Convention on the Rights of the Child was adopted by the UN General Assembly on 20th November 1989.

Question 12

'Convention on the Indigenous and Tribal peoples in independent countries' was adopted on the initiatives of

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The "Convention on the Indigenous and Tribal Peoples in Independent Countries," also known as ILO Convention 169, was adopted on the initiatives of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in 1989. This convention is a key international treaty concerning indigenous peoples and their rights.

Question 13

Vishakha v. State of Rajasthan case dealt with

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The Vishakha v. State of Rajasthan case is a landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India, which dealt with sexual harassment of women at the workplace. It led to the establishment of Vishakha Guidelines against sexual harassment at the workplace.

Question 14

the Bill of Rights is the collective name for the first ten amendments to the Constitution of

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The Bill of Rights refers to the first ten amendments to the Constitution of the United States of America, which were adopted to guarantee essential rights and civil liberties.

Question 15

the Cortagena Declaration of 1984 deals with

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The Cartagena Declaration of 1984 deals with refugees, specifically aiming to enhance the protection of refugees in Latin America.

Question 16

Article 340 of the Indian Constitution deals with

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Article 340 of the Indian Constitution authorizes the President of India to appoint a commission to investigate the conditions of the backward classes within the territory of India to make recommendations on steps that can be taken for their advancement.

Question 17

International Humanitarian Law is a

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International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is specifically focused on the protection of individuals and limitation of means and methods of warfare in armed conflicts, rather than environmental protection, human rights interventions, or disaster response.

Question 18

Sacher Committee Report dealt with the issue of

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The Sachar Committee Report focused on the socio-economic development of Muslims in India, examining their social, economic, and educational status.

Question 19

Which of the following provisions articulate the constitutional vision of Justice in India?

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Question 20

Which of the following is a seminal contribution of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948, is a milestone document that established for the first time a comprehensive set of universal human rights that are to be protected globally. It set international standards on human rights, influencing numerous international treaties, national constitutions, and legal frameworks.

Quiz 1: Human Rights and the IR Various Aspects