Human rights and we

Standing at the doorstep of the new millennium, when the entire world is progressing towards success and prosperity through modern technological as well as economic advancement, where are we going? A country like Bangladesh is far away from the concept of "Human Rights". When there is an occasion to say something in social gatherings, educated people like us speak a lot about human rights and what can be done to improve the condition etc. But honestly speaking they themselves don't know what it really means. The term "Human Rights" refers to the basic rights and freedom to which all humans are entitled. Examples of rights and freedom which are often thought of as human rights include civil and political rights, such as the right to life and liberty, freedom of expression, and equality before the law; and social, cultural and economic rights, including the right to participate in culture, the right to work, and the right to education. The true meaning of Human Rights which in simple words could be "Live & Let Live" exists nowhere in the perception of Bangladeshi people. There are many questions which need to be answered in order to enlighten the society regarding human rights, but it will take time. It needs a sound mentality & attitude to practise "Human Rights".