TERM 3 Unit 1 - Turning points in modern SA history since 1948 (Unit 1 pg 154-155)

Question 1

After World War II, the United Nations were formed. Why?

Answer 1

To ensure human rights of ALL people were respected

Question 2

Who chaired the United Nations?

Answer 2

Eleanor Rooseveldt (spouse of Franklin Rooseveldt)

Question 3

What was the aim of the United Nations?

Answer 3

1) Peace
2) Fight for basic human rights
3) Promote economic and social development

Question 4

What did the United nations pass on 10 December 1948?

Answer 4

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

Question 5

What was the main objective of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

Answer 5

Rights included:

All people, whatever their gender or religion had the same rights.

• Freedom of movement, speech & choice
• Equality between genders
• Basic needs (like health, sanitation, school, clean
  water and shelter)
• Freedom to life and not be harmed
• Right to a fair trial (innocent until proven guilty)
• Freedom of slavery
• Freedom to participate in the government
• The UDHR is part of the law in countries worldwide