Global Health and Human Rights

The video discusses the concept of human rights, highlighting their emergence post-World War II with the UN's Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It differentiates between civil and political rights, which require protection, and economic, social, and cultural rights, which are aspirational. The video emphasizes the importance of global commitment to human rights, particularly in health, as outlined by the WHO. It concludes by stressing that a right's strength lies in the collective commitment to protect and ensure its accessibility.

What event led to the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the UN General Assembly?

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The end of World War I

• The atrocities of World War II

• The formation of the League of Nations

Which category of human rights is considered aspirational and involves progressive realization?

• Civil and Political Rights

• Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights

• Technological Rights

• Environmental Rights

Why is the right to access satellite TV not considered a human right?

• It is not recognized by any international treaty

• It is not a necessity for survival

• There is no collective commitment to ensure access

• It is too expensive to provide universally

What does the World Health Organization's Constitution state about health?

• Health is a luxury that should be pursued

• Health is a privilege for those who can afford it

• Health is a fundamental right for every human being

• Health is a responsibility of individual governments

What is required for a right to be considered a human right?

• It must be written in a country's constitution

• It should be a good idea agreed upon by many

• It must be affordable for all governments

• There must be a global commitment to protect it