Nationalism and Human Rights

Nationalism is the belief that a group of people, often defined by shared culture, language, or history, should have their own independent nation. While nationalism can foster unity and pride, it can also lead to exclusion or discrimination against those who don’t belong to the dominant group. Human rights are the basic entitlements that every person has, regardless of nationality. The challenge arises when strong nationalist sentiments conflict with these universal rights, as it can justify limiting individual freedoms or mistreating minority groups in favor of the national majority, highlighting the need for balance between national identity and human rights.