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The complexity of the subject of “human rights” is one that amazes me. What are the principles guiding the extent of rights people have as individuals. Is it governed by culture, societal expectations, religion, basic common sense, or in recent times “happiness.” We hear statements like, “do what makes you happy.”

Over the years, there has been progression in what basic human rights are, and it seems to be tending more towards individual preferences away from cultural acceptability. Leaves me wondering to what extent people should be allowed to do what they like? How can we balance our unique wants to what is generally conducive?

In conclusion, like most concepts in life, human rights is a very complicated topic which requires a lot of reflection. It requires trying to find an equilibrium between how far we can think about human rights in terms of individual preferences and cultural acceptability.