Today, Pakistan joins the rest of the world in observing World Human Rights Day, with this year’s theme being “Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now.” The annual observance seeks to raise awareness and inspire action towards the protection and promotion of human rights on a global scale.
Human Rights Day is celebrated every year on December 10th to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. This year marks the 76th anniversary of this historic declaration, which has had a profound impact on global human rights law and practices.
The UDHR outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms that all individuals are entitled to, regardless of race, religion, gender, language, political opinion, or other status. It was adopted in Paris on December 10, 1948, by the United Nations General Assembly and was the first international agreement that declared basic human rights for all people, providing a foundation for international human rights law.
The observance of World Human Rights Day serves as a reminder of the continued importance of safeguarding the dignity, freedom, and equality of all individuals worldwide. It emphasizes the need for sustained efforts to address human rights challenges, such as discrimination, inequality, and injustice, while encouraging global cooperation to ensure these rights are upheld for all people, no matter their background or identity.
