Therefore, human rights are inherent rights possessed by man by birth. Freedom to enjoy human rights is not restricted on account of one’s sex, race, class, ethnicity, religion, language or caste. Despite the existence of any sort of physical or social differences, every man needs freedom, opportunities and resources for his existence, respectful life, identity and individual development. This can be identified simply as human rights. Despite the existence of any such differences referred to above, every man needs food, medicine, shelter, a friendly environment and clothes to maintain his life. Similarly, every person likes to receive a good education, to pursue an occupation, to marry and build up a family and to lead a peaceful and respectful life free from torture. The requirements necessary for that too are known as human rights. Rights such as free association, expression, education, training, engaging in an occupation, receiving a sufficient wage and leisure are compulsory rights. Therefore, there should be space for every man to enjoy human rights freely with no difference. • • Point out that the beginning of human rights goes as far back as the beginning of human civilization and that in all the religious teachings followed by us human rights are given expression. Explain that however, their development and expansion took place only after the Second World War. Explain the historical evolution of human rights and particularly give a brief description of the international recognitions accorded to them and UN Human Rights Declarations and Conventions in brief. Activity 2 Special characteristics of Human Rights • Allocate five (5) minutes to reflect on the special characteristics of human rights enjoyed by the participants. • After that ask each participant for the special features identified by them. Write them down on a flip chart and present for display. • It is possible that participants may present features such as the possession of human rights in general irrespective of gender and various social divisions, existence or restrictions, universality etc. • Conduct a brief discussion on the special characteristics of human rights using the Slide. • Although common human rights are similar for both males and females, there are occasions when rights differ depending on the biological and social requirements of women and men. 102