Fundamental Rights
/ˌfʌndəˈmɛn.təl raɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Basic human rights that are recognized and protected by a constitution, ensuring individual freedoms and legal protections against infringement by the state.
The constitution guarantees fundamental rights such as freedom of speech and equality before the law.
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Fundamental rights typically refer to rights enshrined in a constitution, providing a higher level of protection than ordinary statutory rights; drafters should distinguish these from non-fundamental rights to clarify scope and enforcement.
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