General Paper · JC 2 · Politics and Governance · 2.º Período
Human Rights and Civil Liberties
Debate the universality of human rights versus cultural relativism. Students will explore issues such as freedom of speech and the right to privacy.
MOE Syllabus OutcomesSyllabus 8881 LO2: Evaluate arguments and opinionsSyllabus 8881 LO3: Communicate ideas clearly, accurately and effectively
About This Topic
Debate the universality of human rights versus cultural relativism. Students will explore issues such as freedom of speech and the right to privacy.
Key Questions
- Are human rights truly universal?
- When is it justifiable to restrict freedom of speech?
- How do we balance national security with individual privacy?
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