System and types of minority rights

Abstract

This article deals with the issue of the protection of national minority rights and the system of human rights protection in general. The author reviews the latest research and publications of scholars from Ukraine and abroad. The author describes the regulatory provisions of the current legislation in this area. It is noted that national minorities are an important component of society and have the right to protect their rights and interests. The author also examines the definition of a national minority and its types, as well as the system of protection of national minority rights in the UN and the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms. The author also emphasizes that the topic of minorities, in particular, LGBT people, is very relevant today and is actively discussed in journalism, special scientific literature, political practice and law- making. The article reveals the scientific approaches to systematization of the main issue of this scientific issue. The author identifies the advantages and disadvantages of scholars’ approaches to the article’s subject matter. Most types of minority rights are analyzed. This topic concerns not only human rights issues but also general stability and peace in society.

In general, the article concludes that the protection of national minority rights is an important component of human rights protection in general. Society must take measures to ensure equality and protect the rights of minorities, as this has an impact on the preservation of peace and harmony in society as a whole. Various international and national instruments and bodies exist to ensure the protection of national minority rights, such as the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, the European Court of Human Rights and others. However, further work is needed to improve the system of protection of national minority rights, as problems of discrimination and rights violations still exist.

Understanding and respect for the rights of national minorities is a prerequisite for any progressive society, as it contributes to the preservation of peace and harmony in society as a whole.