Human Rights Flashcards
(16 cards)
What are Sikh views on dignity of human life?
All life is precious, as Waheguru is Karta Purkh (Creator).
What are Christian views about dignity of human life?
All people should be treated with dignity as we are all equal (all created by God).
Jesus said: “a master is not greater than his servant.”
What are Humanist views on the dignity of human life?
All humans have inherent worth and dignity.
This roots from our capacity for reason, empathy, and self-awareness.
What are Sikh views on human rights?
Sikhs view on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is that it is an excellent starting point to ensure human rights are
upheld.
Khalsa Aid UK (Sikh Charity) promote human rights through their work in all parts of the world regardless of race, religion or
politics.
What are Christian views on human rights?
Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the wealth and beauty that God’s world has to offer.
What are Humanist views on human rights?
Strongly support human rights as a foundation for a fair, compassionate, and equal society.
Rights are grounded in the inherent dignity of every person and our shared ability to think, feel, and relate to others.
What are Sikh views on censorship?
Importance of Truth (Sat)
Sikhism places a high value on truthfulness, which suggests that open and honest communication is important.
Golden Temple attack (1984): the government declared a media
blackout, and all details pertaining to number of deaths, circumstances, perpetrators, atrocities, and level of destruction of the sacred space (Golden Temple) were banned. Media across the world were prevented from getting the full story.
What are Christian views on censorship?
Catholics: believe censorship is appropriate when it comes to protecting people—especially children—from immoral content.
Liberals: oppose censorship - it hides the truth, covers up injustice and manipulates information.
What are Humanist views on censorship?
Against censorship to promote freedom of expression, rational debate, and human rights.
Recognise the importance of protection from harm though.
What are Sikh views on Prejudice and Discrimination?
Completely against.
“There is no Hindu, no Muslim.” (GGS)
Everyone is equal regardless of religion, race, gender, caste - “All children of Waheguru.”
Creation of the Khalsa (especially panj piare) shows that everyone is equal as each of the blessed 5 were from a different caste.
What are Christian views on Prejudice and Discrimination?
Firmly against.
“There is neither Jew nor Gentile… for you are all one in Christ Jesus” - means that social divisions are meaningless before God.
Jesus’ core teaching: “love your neighbor as yourself” - this is used to oppose racism, sexism and homophobia.
What are Humanist views on Prejudice and Discrimination?
Strongly disagree.
No one is “superior” or “inferior” by birth, identity, or belief - all have equal moral worth.
Reject prejudice because it lacks reason, evidence, and empathy.
What is the Sikh concept to tackle all human rights challenges?
“Chardi Kala” which essentially means to be in a state of
relentless hope and optimism - always have personal conviction for your faith (despite obstacles like prejudice, censorship and abuse).
What are Sikh beliefs about wealth and poverty?
Guru’s did not accept the notion of caste and how it affected ones status in life and consequently how rich or poor they
were.
Sikhs have no problem with having wealth.
Guru Nanak preached Kirt Karni and Vand Chakna – honest work and share with others.
Concept of DASWANDH (10%of your earnings should be given to charity) is important.
What are Christian beliefs about poverty and wealth?
Those who have wealth have a duty to help those who don’t.
Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus: wealth ≠ spiritual favour, poverty ≠ sin, morality and actions are the only thing God will judge.
What are Humanist beliefs about poverty and wealth?
Poverty as a man-made issue - it is our role to reduce suffering and create a fairer society.
Wealth should be used responsibly: share, pay taxes.
All should still have access to human rights, healthcare, education (no matter wealth).
