drejtat

Drejtat is an Albanian term that denotes entitlements or freedoms recognized by law or moral principles. It is used to refer to the rights individuals possess or are owed within a legal order, such as civil, political, or social rights. In everyday language, drejtat appears in phrases like drejtat e njeriut (human rights), drejtat civile (civil rights), drejtat pronësore (property rights), and drejtat e autorit (authors’ rights). The concept encompasses both individual liberties and legal protections against abuses, and its scope may vary according to different legal systems and international instruments.

In legal and academic contexts, the study of drejtat includes topics such as equality before the law, freedom of expression, due process, and access to education and healthcare. The term is commonly contrasted with detyrat, which means duties or obligations. International human rights instruments and national constitutions influence the content and enforcement of drejtat in member states, and debates often address how to balance individual rights with public interest and safety.

Across Albanian-speaking communities, drejtat reflects a foundational idea in modern governance: that individuals are entitled to fair treatment, legal protection, and the opportunity to participate in social, political, and economic life. The term remains central in discussions of democracy, rule of law, and human rights.