Individual rights
Definition
Individual rights refer to the entitlements and freedoms that every person possesses inherently as a human being, such as freedom of speech, religion, or privacy.
Analogy
Think of individual rights as personal belongings. Just like you have ownership over your possessions, individual rights are things that belong to you alone and should be respected by others.
Related terms
Civil liberties: These are specific individual rights granted by law, such as freedom of expression or protection against unreasonable searches.
Human rights: These are fundamental rights inherent to all humans regardless of their nationality or citizenship status, often protected by international laws or agreements.
Legal rights: These are individual rights granted and protected by a country's legal system.
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