GCECivic EducationHuman Rights2023

Which of the following BEST distinguishes first-generation rights from second-generation rights?

AFirst-generation rights require positive state action, while second-generation rights require the state to refrain from interference
BFirst-generation rights are civil and political, while second-generation rights are economic, social, and culturalCORRECT
CFirst-generation rights apply only in Africa, while second-generation rights apply globally
DFirst-generation rights are enforceable in court, while second-generation rights have no legal basis
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
First-generation rights, rooted in Enlightenment philosophy, are civil and political rights (e.g., right to vote, freedom of speech) that primarily require the state to refrain from interference. Second-generation rights are economic, social, and cultural rights (e.g., right to education, health) that generally require positive state action to fulfil. Option A reverses the correct relationship, and options C and D are factually incorrect.
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