A right can exist:
A) by itself.
B) only if created by a court.
C) only if there is a corresponding duty.
D) only under local law.

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In order for a right to exist, there must be a corresponding duty that others have to respect that right. For example, the right to property implies a duty to others to not take or damage that property. Therefore, option C is the correct choice. The other options are not entirely accurate - a right can exist independently (option A), court decisions can recognize and protect existing rights but do not create them (option B), and rights can exist under international law or other legal regimes (option D).

A Right Can Exist