Civil and political rights are a class of rights that protect individuals' freedom from infringement by governments, social organizations, and private individuals. They ensure one's entitlement to participate in the civil and political life of society and the state.
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| Subject | Civil and political rights |
| Category | Rights preventing the infringement of personal freedom by other social actors |
| Reading time | 1 min · Advanced |
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