The document that laid the groundwork for modern human rights is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. This milestone document was a response to the atrocities of World War II and aimed to establish a common standard of rights for all individuals, regardless of nationality, gender, or ethnicity. The UDHR articulates a range of rights, including the rights to life, liberty, and security, freedom of thought, and the right to education. Its universal principles have informed numerous national constitutions and laws, serving as a benchmark for advocating social justice and human dignity worldwide.