By  Dr. Farzeen Unit- 1 Human Rights   Human Rights class , it is important to clarify one point first: Human rights did not “start” on one particular date. The idea of human dignity, justice and freedom is very old and can be found in different religious, philosophical and political traditions. However, modern human-rights law developed gradually , particularly from the 17th–18th centuries, and became an international framework after the Second World War, especially with the UDHR of 1948 . ( United Nations ) Historical Evolution of Human Rights 1. Ancient Roots of Human Rights The idea that human beings deserve justice and humane treatment is much older than the modern term “human rights.” Ancient philosophical and religious traditions discussed ideas such as: Human dignity Justice Equality Duties towards others Protection from arbitrary power Moral obligations of rulers However, we should not describe ancient laws as modern human-rights systems . The modern concept of unive...