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Human Rights

These are the minimum requirements for human life which are the responsibility of the supporting societies to provide their members.

I say "responsibility of the supporting societies" because the fundamental purpose of a civilized society is to seek the best direction and living standards for its members.


The minimum requirements for human life that societies are responsible for providing their members are: food, water, shelter, clothing, healthcare, and basic sanitation; essentially encompassing the fundamental needs for survival and a dignified life, often referred to as "basic human needs.".

Key points to remember:

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: This concept aligns with the idea of basic needs being the foundation for further human development, with physiological needs like food and shelter coming before higher needs like self-actualization.

International Human Rights: Many international agreements recognize the right to an adequate standard of living, which includes access to essential necessities like food, clothing, and housing.

Social Responsibility: Societies are considered responsible for ensuring that all their members have access to these basic needs, regardless of their socio-economic status.