Human rights are those rights whose "recognition of the intrinsic dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in world, Considering that, if man is not to be forced to resort, as a last resort, to rebellion against tyranny and oppression, it is essential that human rights are protected by the rule of law, Considering that it is essential to promote the development of friendly relations between nations, considering that Member States are committed to achieving, in cooperation with the United Nations, the promotion of universal respect and observance of human rights and fundamental freedoms, considering that an understanding commonality of these rights and freedoms is of the utmost importance for the full realization of this commitment” (HR Preamble). This is a brief overview of human rights and what they represent. To summarize in legislative terms, we as human beings have inalienable rights that cannot be taken away and must be respected. These rights give us the freedom to be whatever our culture, thing and so on. As long as we follow the law and don't put ourselves or anyone in danger, we can do almost anything. I have two controversies about cultural practice that many people are conflicted with. They say they violate human rights and should be banned from practicing them. Female circumcision is one such practice that people are horrified by; they say this puts the woman in danger. Another controversy is China's one-child policy; they say the rights of the child and parents are ignored. The question is: should all cultures and practices be held accountable to the rights of the human rights declaration?...... middle of the document...... Francis Group: New York, NY2000. Print.Dorkenoo, Efua. “Cut the rose – Female genital mutilation: the practice and its prevention”. Publication on minority rights. London, 1994. Print. “Female circumcision: multicultural perspectives”. Ed. Rogaia Mustafa Abusharaf. University of Pennsylvania Press. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2006. Print.Gruenbaum, Ellen. "The Female Circumcision Controversy: An Anthropological Perspective." University of Pennsylvania Press. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2001. Print.Human Rights.Nichols, Andrea. “Female circumcision”. Senior Seminar Paper: Department of Sociology. Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. November 11, 2010. Web: Library DataBase.Toubia, Nahid MD Research Action and Information Network for the Bodily Integrity of Women, New York, NY. 2010 Massachusetts Medical Society. Web: NEJM.org Copyright.