Every religion curbs women rights to some extent. Some countries acted against religions and put a ban on wearing hijab, which was also a violation of human rights.
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Good or bad people can be democratically elected, but it is always easy to fight for human rights under this system.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Democracy allows for the election of various types of leaders, but it provides a framework for advocating for human rights.
This quote by Asma Jahangir highlights the dual nature of democracy, where both good and bad individuals can attain power through democratic processes. Despite this, democracy inherently facilitates the struggle for human rights, as it provides a platform for dissent and advocacy, empowering citizens to fight for their rights regardless of the moral character of those in power.
Themes
DemocracyHuman RightsAdvocacyElection
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of voting, one could use this quote to emphasize the need for continuous advocacy for human rights in a democratic society.
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