Why is it important that individual rights are protected?
1. They allow citizens to run the government.
2. They insured that all citizens are treated equally by the government.
3. They make sure that citizens are treated as well as citizens.
4. They maintain a separation of power between citizens the government.
5. They protect personal autonomy and freedom of choice.
6. They prevent the abuse of power by the government.
7. They promote democracy and the rule of law.
8. They foster individual and societal development by encouraging diversity of thought and expression.
9. They safeguard human dignity and prevent discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or any other characteristic.
10. They enable citizens to challenge and hold the government accountable for its actions.