Islam has given various human rights to every individual. Below is an overview of these:

An Islamic state ensures human rights by securing the life and property of every citizen, Muslim or non Muslim. It safeguards their honor, so that they are not to be insulted or ridiculed by anyone.  The Holy Prophet (PBUH) clearly mentioned this fact by saying:

“Surely your blood, property, and honor are unbreakable.” (Narrated by Sahih Bukhari and Musnad Ahmad)

Islam deeply condemns Racism and stresses human rights and equality.

“O mankind! Be careful of your duty to your Lord Who created you from a single soul and from it created its mate and from them twain hath spread abroad a multitude of men and women. Be careful of your duty toward Allah in Whom ye claim (your rights) of one another, and toward the wombs (that bare you). Lo! Allah hath been a watcher over you.” (Holy Quran 04:01)

Therefore it is very important that one must pay attention to human rights as this  has been mentioned in our religion many times. Unlike other religions, Islam is a strong supporter of human rights  and believes in justice and equality.

Islam is against giving extra favors to any individual on the grounds of power; possession or race. God has created all humans as equal, and their superiority over one another is only due to piety. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) said in his last sermon:

“All mankind is children of Adam and Eve, and there is no superiority for an Arab over a non Arab or a non Arab over an Arab; similarly there is neither any superiority for a white over a black nor a black over white except by piety.”

Racism is amongst the greatest troubles, mankind is facing today. The developed nations are powerful enough to send a person on the moon but are powerless to stop a tiff between the two. Islam has laid so many wonderful examples since the era of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), to favor human rights and to eliminate racism. Hajj or Pilgrimage to Makkah is one of the best examples of Muslim brotherhood, where millions of Muslims across the globe gather at one place, irrespective of nation or race.

Islam is the most just religion. God commands us be just with enemies as well by stating:

 “…And let not the hatred of others make you avoid justice.  Be just: that is nearer to piety….”

(Quran 5:8)

Holy Prophet (PBUH) said:

“There are seven categories of people whom God will shelter under His shade on the Day when there will be no shade except His.  [One is] the just leader.”(Sahih Muslim)

Holy Prophet (PBUH) ensured those who are not dealt justice or are deprived of their rights in this world, to be compensated on the Day of Resurrection, by saying:

“On the Day of Judgment, rights will be given to those to whom they are due (and wrongs will be redressed)…” (Sahih Muslim # 2582, Musnad Ahmad 7163)

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The French Football Federation (FFF) said Friday that it would "not authorise players to wear a veil" while playing for France or in organised competitions, a day after world footballing authorities said the hijab could be worn on the pitch.

"Regarding the participation of female French national team players in international competitions on one hand, and the organisation of national competitions on the other, the French Football Federation reiterates its duty to respect the constitutional and legislative principles of secularism that prevails in our country and features in its statutes," declared a statement from the FFF.

The FFF's announcement came after a French MP had urged the government earlier on Friday to ban the Islamic headscarf for women soccer players.

The International Football Association Board (IFAB), custodians of the rules of football, on Thursday overturned its 2007 ban on the Islamic headscarf, a garment it had argued was unsafe and increased the risk of neck injuries.

Critics said the ban promoted inequality at the highest level of the world's most popular game. Iran, the Asian Football Confederation and Jordan's Prince Ali Bin Al-Hussein, who is also FIFA vice president, were at the forefront of the fight against the ban.

French lawmaker Gerald Darmanin wrote to Sports Minister Valerie Fourneyron asking that Paris denounce the U-turn "in the name of universal and republican values". He also called for a "clear signal to ban headscarves in football fields in our country", adding that sports "must continue to promote equality of the sexes".

AFP, 6 July 2012

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People have a misconception that women are liberated in the west whereas the women’s liberation movement started in the seventh century, by God’s command to a man who is known as the last Prophet of Islam. The rights of Muslim women are derived from the teachings of the Qur’an and the traditions of Muhammad (P.B.U.H). In an era of darkness, where women were subjected to scorn and degradation, Islam uplifted their dignity by clarifying simple yet important issues such as human, social, political, civil and economic rights.

Human Rights:

Fourteen centuries ago, Islam established women’s equality with men in glorifying and worshipping Allah. He made it clear that since both men and women have been formed from the same essence, they are completely equal in their humanity.

Civil Rights:

Islam has given women the basic freedom of expression and choice based on her individual recognition and personality. Qur’an encourages women to contribute their ideas and opinions without any hesitation. In many traditions of the Holy Prophet, we find women would directly pose questions and also give their opinions on matters concerning religion, social and economic issues. Muslim woman’s testimony is acceptable in all legal disputes.

Social Rights:

The Prophet made it clear through his teachings that men and women both have equal rights for acquiring education and have equal capacity for understanding and learning. The duties of women are not just confined to the maintenance of their homes, raising and upbringing of their children but also to support their husbands by working outdoors. The Prophet (P.B.U.H) further dignified mothers by bestowing heaven under their feet.

Political Rights:

God awarded women with the right to vote almost 1400 years ago. She has the right to voice her opinion on any public matter and can actively participate in politics. Islam has never forbidden women from holding dominant positions in Government. Women have the right to select their leaders and declare them publically.

Economic Rights:

God has affirmed that men and women have been created to be different, with unique functions and skills. Each family member has different roles to play. The men have to play the guardian role whereas women are entrusted with the nurturing role. The Muslim women have the privilege to earn money, the legal right to own property and to manage all of her assets as she pleases.

Rights of a Wife:

Islam states that in a marriage, both man and woman are to protect each other and hide one another’s faults.  Consequently, the first right that a woman is entitled to in marriage is that of ‘mahr,’ which consists of a material amount that a husband gifts to the woman. It is also required for the legality of the marriage. Furthermore, a wife is entitled to the wealth of her man.

Duties of a Wife:

A wife has certain obligations towards her husband and family. A wife should protect her marital privacy and her husband’s secrets. She must safeguard his possessions and coordinate and cooperate with her husband.

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