Civil rights
Civil Rights
Civil rights (pronunciation: /ˈsɪv.əl raɪts/) are a class of rights that protect individuals' freedom from infringement by governments, social organizations, and private individuals. They ensure one's ability to participate in the civil and political life of society and the state without discrimination or repression.
Etymology
The term "civil rights" comes from the Latin ius civis (rights of a citizen). In the Roman Empire, the legal system was divided into ius civis and ius gentium. The former was the body of law that applied to Roman citizens, and the latter, the body of law that applied to foreigners.
Related Terms
- Discrimination: The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.
- Equality: The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, or opportunities.
- Human Rights: The basic rights and freedoms to which all individuals are entitled, often held to include the right to life and liberty, freedom of thought and expression, and equality before the law.
- Social Justice: Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.
- Constitutional Rights: Rights granted by a country's constitution, especially those enumerated in a bill of rights.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Civil rights
- Wikipedia's article - Civil rights
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