Category:Human Rights

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Before 1945, human rights were largely defined within the boundaries of nation-states, shaped by constitutions, legal traditions, and cultural norms. Rights were often tied to citizenship, and protections varied widely depending on race, gender, class, and political status. International law focused more on state sovereignty than on individual dignity.

The aftermath of World War II marked a seismic shift in how human rights were conceived—moving from national frameworks to universal principles: