Fundamental Rights

Definition

Fundamental rights are basic liberties and privileges that are guaranteed to all individuals in a society. These rights, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the right to a fair trial, are considered essential for the protection of individual freedoms.

Related terms

Constitution: The constitution is the supreme law of the land that outlines the structure of government and guarantees fundamental rights to citizens.

Bill of Rights: The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution that specifically protects individual liberties and restricts government power.

Civil Liberties: Civil liberties refer to specific individual freedoms protected by law, such as freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and privacy.