The European Convention on Human Rights

Cards (4)

  • When was the ECHR devised?
    1950
  • Who was the ECHR launched by?
    Council of Europe
  • Name 3 articles of the ECHR
    Right to life, Right to a fair trial, Right to marry
  • What did the convention do?
    Ensured that the rights stated in the UDHR came into effect in European countries and established an international court with powers to find fault against states that do not fulfil their undertakings#