Universal Declaration of Human Rights

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a pivotal document in the evolution of human rights, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on December 10, 1948, in Paris. Spearheaded by Eleanor Roosevelt, who chaired the United Nations Commission on Human Rights, the UDHR comprises 30 articles that enshrine fundamental civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights. Roosevelt's influential role in its drafting and promotion established her as a key advocate for human rights, leaving a lasting impact on international human rights law.