We all have to monitor it. There are laws, both national and international, that limit the freedom of governments to act against their citizens, but if no one points out to them that they are violating international norms by their actions, governments can continue to violate with impunity. Each of us, as individuals, should not only respect the rights of others in our daily lives, but also keep a close eye on the actions of our governments and...
Does it mean they have more rights than other people?No, it does not, but some groups, such as the Roma in Europe, the Dalits, and certain castes in India, have been discriminated against in one society or another for so long that special measures were needed to ensure that they have the same standard of human rights as other people. It would be ridiculous to think that after years of entrenched discrimination and stereotypes, outright hatred...
Yes. A right is meaningless unless someone has a corresponding responsibility and duty. Everyone has a moral obligation not to infringe on your personal dignity, but your government, by signing international agreements, has not only a moral responsibility but also a legal one.
The European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms defines the procedures for dealing with individual complaints. However, the acceptance of cases is subject to strict requirements. For example, before submitting a case to the European Court, you must confirm that your complaint has already been submitted to the national courts of your country (up to the highest instance!). If you want to try, and you believe...