People's rights refer to fundamental entitlements and liberties possessed by individuals, such as freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and due process under the law.
Related terms
Civil Rights Movement: A social movement advocating for equal rights and treatment for African Americans in the United States.
Bill of Rights: The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution that protect individual liberties from governmental infringement.
Due Process: Fair treatment through established legal procedures to ensure protection against arbitrary denial of life, liberty, or property.