Perusoikeuden
Perusoikeuden is a Finnish term that translates to fundamental rights. These are basic human rights that are recognized and protected by the Finnish Constitution. The concept of fundamental rights is deeply rooted in international human rights law and serves as a cornerstone of the Finnish legal system. They are considered inherent to all individuals by virtue of their humanity and are not granted by the state but are rather protected by it.
The Finnish Constitution enumerates a comprehensive list of perusoikeudet, which include civil and political rights as
These fundamental rights are binding on public authorities, meaning that all governmental bodies and officials must