13.1 Human Rights & Social Justice (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Flashcards
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Define human rights.
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Define human rights.
Basic freedoms and protections that all people are entitled to simply because they are human beings.
What did the UN adopt in 1948, and what does it contain?
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) — 30 articles covering rights such as life, liberty, education and work.
What responsibility comes with having your human rights upheld?
The responsibility of upholding and respecting the rights of others — e.g. freedom of expression comes with a duty not to deliberately offend or incite hatred.
Why do Christians support human rights?
All humans are created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27) and are equal in his eyes — 'you are all one in Christ Jesus' (Galatians 3:28).
What does Proverbs 31:8-9 teach about human rights?
'Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves... defend the rights of the poor and needy' — Christians have a duty to stand up for others' rights.
Why do some Islamic countries disagree with the UDHR?
They believe Shari'ah law already protects enough human rights, and some UDHR rights do not comply with the teaching of the Qur'an.
Define the Cairo Declaration on Human Rights (CDHR).
A declaration adopted by Islamic states to uphold human rights in line with the Qur'an, Sunnah and Islamic legal tradition.
Define social justice.
The idea that everyone in society deserves the same human rights, equal treatment and a fair share of community resources.
Give two examples of social injustice.
Racial inequality, the rich having better access to healthcare or education, poverty, and religious persecution.
Which prophet taught about the need for justice, and what did he say?
The prophet Amos: 'Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-ending stream!' (Amos 5:24).
Name two Christian social justice campaigners.
William Wilberforce (ending slavery), Elizabeth Fry (prison reform), and Lord Shaftesbury (factory conditions).
Which two of the Five Pillars contain obligations to social justice?
Zakah (almsgiving to help the poor) and Sawm (fasting, to empathise with the poor).
Qur'an 16:90 teaches: 'God commands ______, doing good, and generosity towards relatives.'
Qur'an 16:90 teaches: 'God commands justice, doing good, and generosity towards relatives.'
Name two Islamic charities that work for social justice.
Islamic Relief (poverty), Muslim Aid (emergency aid), and Muslim Hands (vulnerable people in the UK).
True or False?
A person's human rights can never be limited.
False.
Some rights may be limited — e.g. people serving prison sentences have lost their rights to liberty and freedom of movement.
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