The Law : Understanding Human Rights (HAM)

 The Law

Understanding Human Rights (HAM)

It is our responsibility as God's creatures to uphold and protect humankind's ability to live in peace and prosperity. This must be done to preserve environmental harmony and to improve the prosperity and decency of human life. As a result, every human being is born with some fundamental rights. In order for there to be more peaceful interactions between people, these fundamental rights must be recognized, treasured, and defended. They should also not be seized or imposed by others.

Human Rights is a term used to refer to the fundamental rights that all people have (HAM). Despite the fact that every human being is already endowed with human rights, every individual must work together to preserve society, the nation, and the state.

These fundamental human rights, which are recognized by law and are guaranteed to all people, can force people to respect and value one another. According to the following definition of human rights as outlined in Law Number 39 of 1999 respecting Human Rights: "As creatures of God Almighty, humans have a set of rights that are fundamental to their nature and existence. These rights are His gifts and must be honored, protected, and cherished. For the purpose of honor and the preservation of human dignity, every person is safeguarded by the state, the law, and the government."

Due to the fact that the United Nations has recognized and safeguarded human rights, they are applicable to everyone worldwide (UN). According to the KBBI's definition of human rights, these are rights that are guaranteed on a global scale (i.e., by the UN Declaration of Human Rights), including the right to life, the right to independence, the right to own property, and the right to free speech.

As a result, these fundamental rights can shield people from various forms of deliberate torture. However, if people do not uphold their responsibilities, namely to protect and adequately defend one another, then human rights will not function well or be enforced.

Experts' Understanding of Human Rights (HAM)

The idea of human rights is also mentioned by several specialists (HAM). According to a number of experts, human rights are as follows:

1. Peter R. Baehr 

According to Peter R. Baehr's book Human Rights in Foreign Policy, human rights are fundamental freedoms that are inherent to every person and are employed for their growth. These fundamental freedoms are absolute in nature. and is unquestionable.

2. John Locke.

Speaking of John Locke is essential while discussing human rights. According to John Locke, who quoted from The Second Treatise of Civil Government and a Letter Concerning Toleration, human rights are privileges bestowed upon people by God and include the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

3. A.J.M. Milne

Human rights, according to A. J. M. Milne, are rights that every person has in the world regardless of their background, including their religion, nationality, gender, ethnicity, social and cultural affiliations, and their economic situation.

4. G.J. Wolhoff 

According to a quote by G.J. Wolhoff from the book Introduction to Constitutional Law of the Republic of Indonesia, human rights are rights that are inherent in people and are tied to them from birth. Because taking away these rights could result in people losing their position, they must always remain in humans and should never be removed.

5. Austin Ranney 

According to Austin Ranney, human rights are an area of freedom that belongs to each individual, is governed by the legal constitution, and has its execution ensured by the state or the government.