Unfinished business: Human Duties

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Exploring the concept of Human Duties, this essay addresses the growing frustration with the satisfaction of human rights seventy years after the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It argues that recognizing Duties is essential for achieving a better world, as emphasized by José Saramago. The text delves into the historical evolution of legal paradigms and international documents, aiming to uncover the reasons behind the obscurity of Human Duties. Ultimately, it seeks to define their concept and characteristics, highlighting their importance in the discourse on human rights.