Classes of rights in the Philippines?

Answer 1

The rights that a citizen of a democratic state enjoys may be classified into:

a. Natural rights - They are those rights possessed by every citizen without being granted by the State for they are given to man by God as a human being created to His image so that he may live a happy life. Examples are the right to life, the right to liability, the right to property, and the right to love;

b. Constitutional rights - They are those rights which are conferred and protected by the Constitution. Since they are part of the fundamental law, they cannot be modified or taken away by the law-making body; and

c. Statutory rights - They are those rights which are provided by laws promulgated by law-making body and. Consequently, may be abolished by the same body. Examples are the right to receive a minimum wage and the right to adopt a child by an unrelated person.

Answer 2

In the Philippines, rights are generally classified into civil, political, social, economic, and cultural rights. Civil rights include freedoms such as speech and religion, while political rights encompass the right to vote and participate in government. Social rights pertain to welfare benefits like healthcare and education, economic rights involve labor protections and property ownership, and cultural rights focus on preserving and promoting cultural heritage and identity.