Understanding Dutch Human Rights and Their Impact
Understanding Dutch Human Rights and Their Impact The Netherlands is a small yet influential country that has been a leader in terms of human rights for hundreds of years. Dutch philosophy and legislation has had a wide-reaching influence in many parts of the world, including the United States and other parts of Europe. So, what are Dutch human rights, and what impact have they had on the world? A History of Dutch Human Rights Throughout its history, the Netherlands has been an advocate for certain rights and liberties. During much of the Middle Ages, the Netherlands was part of the Holy Roman Empire and thus, was influenced by the more liberal Code of Roman Law. When the Netherlands became an independent state in 1581, Dutch law was based on the Roman Law principle of being written down and accessible by all. This approach sparked the growth of an independent judiciary and individual freedom protected through laws and codes. The Netherlands was also one of the earliest signatories t...