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Muslims and the universal declaration of human rights (UDHR): a critical appraisal of ideals and realities

Mohd Daud, Noor Amali (2025) Muslims and the universal declaration of human rights (UDHR): a critical appraisal of ideals and realities. International journal of research and innovation in social science, IX (IV). pp. 960-967. ISSN 2454-6186

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Abstract

Introduced in 1948 by the United Nations General Assembly Resolution, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) aims at upholding the principle of respect for human rights and affirming the fundamental freedoms for all regardless of race, sex, language, or religion. However, a stark contrasts exist between the ideals conscripted in the Declaration and the realities observed on the ground. Escalating instances related to the violation of human rights were observed, even in the countries that pledged to promote the Declaration and agreed to legally bound themselves with its articles. Available literature, including various media coverage highlight these significant disparities making it crucial to revisit the Declaration and examine its practical implementation. This article employs historical, analytical and comparative method, to critically evaluate the UDHR, focusing on the position of Muslims within its framework. It investigates both the theoretical ideals and the practical challenges they face, questioning whether the Declaration effectively safeguard Muslim rights or if systemic biases and geopolitical factors have led to inconsistencies in its application

Item Type: Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords: UDHR, Human Rights, Ideals, Practicality, Violation, Appraisal
Subjects: B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BL Religion
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Usul al-Din and Comparative Religion
Depositing User: Dr Noor Amali Mohd Daud
Date Deposited: 02 May 2025 09:51
Last Modified: 02 May 2025 09:51
URI: http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/120837

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