RESPECT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS, A FUNDAMENTAL CONDITION OF THE RULE OF LAW
On December 10, humanity celebrates International Human Rights Day. This day is a direct reference to the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the UN General Assembly in Paris on December 10, 1948, a document that created the framework for the affirmation, promotion and respect of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms worldwide.
On this occasion, the Romanian Academy of Scientists reaffirms the importance of respect for human rights in today’s world, a sine qua non for the rule of law and democracy. AOSR expresses firm belief in the cardinal value for the contemporary world of the vision and principles governing the Universal Declaration, in the importance for any democratic society, for humanity and civilization of the Human Rights enshrined in the document. The AOSR also reiterates its firm commitment to full and unconditional respect, in the letter and spirit of the provisions, of the Human Rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration and in the Romanian Constitution, Title II – Fundamental Rights, Freedoms and Duties.
Within this framework, the Romanian Academy of Scientists underlines the importance of knowledge in society, at the level of all social and professional categories, but especially among the younger generations, of the Fundamental Human Rights and Freedoms, by involving schools and universities in an educational work for democratic citizenship, for the formation of informed and responsible citizens, for the further building of a democratic civilization of European essence.
Communication and Public Relations Office of the Romanian Academy of Scientists
10.12.2024