Explain six reasons why it is important to respect human rights.

- It promotes human dignity as the rights of the people are observed extended in the
constitution.
- It promotes unity among the people by encouraging harmonious/peaceful coexistence.
- It promotes the rule of law by enhancing justice/good governance in Society. It
gives citizens control in decision making organs of
the state.
- It promotes respect for other people's cultures by appreciating cultural
diversity.
- It promotes tolerance by accommodating other people's views/inherent to humanity.
- It promotes democracy as other people's opinions are respected.
- It promotes international relations by observing conventions/treaties on
Human rights.
- It promotes development by creating conducive environment.