Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen

The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, adopted in 1789 during the French Revolution, is a fundamental document that outlines individual rights and the principles of democracy. It emphasizes the importance of liberty, equality, and fraternity, asserting that all men are born free and equal in rights. The declaration establishes freedom of speech, the right to participate in government, and protections against oppression. It influenced later human rights developments by promoting the idea that government exists to serve the people, laying the groundwork for modern democracies and human rights frameworks around the world.