Political and civil rights

Definition

Political and civil rights refer to the fundamental liberties and freedoms that individuals possess as members of a society. These rights include freedom of speech, assembly, religion, and the right to vote.

Related terms

Human Rights: Basic entitlements that all individuals should have by virtue of being human, such as the right to life, liberty, equality, and dignity.

Rule of Law:

The principle that all people are subject to fair laws enforced impartially by an independent judiciary.

Suffrage: The right to vote in political elections; also known as franchise.