In which year did the United Nations General assembly adopt the universal declaration of human rights

The United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a milestone document that sets out fundamental human rights that are to be universally protected. It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly as a response to the atrocities committed during World War II, with the aim of promoting human rights, equality, and dignity for all people, regardless of their race, gender, religion, or nationality. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been translated into over 500 languages and has inspired numerous national and international laws, treaties, and conventions that promote and protect human rights around the world. It is considered a cornerstone of international human rights law and is widely recognized as a standard for all nations to follow in upholding human rights.