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Equal rights

Definition

Equal rights refer to ensuring that all individuals within a society are granted equal treatment under the law, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, or any other characteristic.

Analogy

Imagine a classroom where every student has an equal opportunity to participate in class discussions and receive fair grades based on their knowledge and effort. No one is favored or discriminated against because of who they are.

Related terms

Civil rights movement: A social and political movement advocating for equal rights for marginalized groups, particularly African Americans in the United States during the mid-20th century.

Universal suffrage: The right of all adult citizens to vote in political elections without any discrimination based on factors such as race, gender, or socioeconomic status.

Human rights: Fundamental rights and freedoms that every individual is entitled to by virtue of being human, such as the right to life, liberty, and equality before the law.