Human rights instruments...

Human rights instruments are legal documents and international treaties that establish and protect fundamental human rights. Here are some of the main human rights instruments:

1. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR): Adopted by the United Nations in 1948, the UDHR sets out the fundamental rights of all human beings, such as the right to life, liberty, security , fair trial, freedom of expression, education, work, among others.

2. The International Covenants on Human Rights: These are the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, adopted in 1966. These treaties detail the obligations of States in matters of respect, protection and realization of human rights.

3. The European Convention on Human Rights: This international treaty establishes the fundamental rights and individual freedoms protected by the Council of Europe. It includes the right to life, the right to a fair trial, freedom of expression, freedom of religion, among others.

4. The African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights: Adopted in 1981, this charter establishes civil and political rights as well as economic, social and cultural rights for African citizens..

These international instruments serve as the basis for ensuring respect and protection of human rights throughout the world. They also establish monitoring and appeal mechanisms to ensure compliance with these rights by signatory states.