Explain the term Fundamental Human Rights. Why is it entrenched in a constitution?
Explanation
(a)Fundamental Human Rights are the inalienable rights and privileges enjoyed by all citizens of a particular country. These rights are mostly entrenched in the constitution of the state. Some of these rights include freedom of movement, freedom of speech, freedom from inhuman and degrading treatment, freedom from unlawful arrest , torture and detention, freedom to form and joining any political association, freedom of worship, education etc,
(b) Fundamental Human Rights are entrenched in a constitution for the following reasons:
(i) The constitutional rights of the citizens are enhanced and protected.
(ii) This is in compliance with the U. N. 0 ‘s directive on the rights of man.
(iii) Violation of rights can easily be determined.
(iv) It gives opportunity to citizens to seek redress in courts whenever their rights are violated.
(v) It makes for easy reference whenever the need arises.
(vi) The government cannot effect unnecessary change in them. The powers of the political leaders are limited, thereby removing every trace of dictatorial tendency.