Rights Are Authority Over Something, Understand the Definition and Types

Kapanlagi.com - Rights and obligations are two inseparable things. Usually, someone will receive their rights after fulfilling a duty. Because rights are something that someone must have. However, it is not uncommon for there to be rights that must be obtained through struggle.

Anyone can have different rights. Because rights are something that can be obtained easily, such as Human Rights (HAM). But rights can also arise from the results of an effort. Rights have become a popular and frequently used term. However, the fact is that not many people know the true meaning of rights.

In addition, it turns out that rights exist in several types. What are they? Summarized from liputan6.com, here is an explanation of the definition of rights and their types.

1. Definition of HAK

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In the Indonesian Dictionary (KBBI), the meaning of the word hak is correct, ownership, possession, authority, power to do something. Based on this definition, hak is the authority that every person has over something or to do something. Everyone has their own rights. In addition, everyone's rights can vary.

However, in general, everyone has a set of rights called Human Rights or often abbreviated as HAM. This is because HAM is universal, meaning it applies to everyone in any part of the world. HAM also applies regardless of ethnic, racial, religious, or other differences.

The fulfillment of HAM is also guaranteed by law. Not only at the constitutional level of the state, but also in international agreements and treaties. Even the United Nations guarantees the fulfillment of HAM for all people.

However, besides HAM, there are still several other types of rights. The types of rights are as follows.

2. Moral Rights

Besides human rights, there is also something called moral rights. The explanation of moral rights is rights that are based on ethical principles or rules. Furthermore, moral rights are more individual in nature. This means that these rights may not apply equally to every individual. 

3. Legal Rights

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On the other hand, what is called legal rights are rights given or acquired by someone based on a law that is in effect. In contrast to moral rights, legal rights are more social or binding on many people in a group at the same time.

4. Special Rights

The next type of rights is special rights. Special rights are rights that arise because of a special function in a person. Therefore, these rights cannot be possessed by just anyone. Special rights are also individual or personal in nature. 

5. General Rights

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Meanwhile, general rights are a type of human rights obtained due to certain relationships between individuals who depend on each other. Just like its name, general rights are also possessed by everyone without specific conditions. Human Rights (HR) is also classified as one part of general rights.

6. Individual Rights

The sixth type of rights is individual rights. Individual rights are possessed by every individual residing in a certain territory. In the context of a country, individual rights are possessed by every citizen. This means that the state plays a role in guaranteeing the fulfillment of the rights of every citizen.

7. Social Rights

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Social rights are rights closely related to community life. However, social rights do not always involve the state. This means that social rights can exist on a smaller scale, namely within social communities. For example, the right to work, the right to education, the right to healthcare services.

8. Absolute Rights

The next type of right is absolute rights. Absolute rights are rights that are absolute in nature, so they apply fully without exception. Because they apply fully, absolute rights will not be affected by any specific conditions or situations.

However, in reality, it is difficult to find rights that are absolute in nature. This is because every right has certain limitations. In addition, everyone's rights often collide with the rights of others. So it is difficult to find concrete examples of absolute rights, especially in this advanced era.

9. Positive Rights

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In addition to the above rights, there is also what is called positive rights. As the name suggests, positive rights are rights that can bring positive impacts to someone. Positive rights include every obligation or power to do or obtain something according to their authority.

10. Negative Rights

Another type of right is a negative right. In contrast to positive rights, negative rights mean that someone is free to do and obtain what they desire, while others cannot obstruct or eliminate that right.

That is among the reviews regarding rights being an authority that someone must have over something. Hopefully, this is useful and can increase knowledge.

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