itsemääräytymisen
Itsemääräytyminen, also known as self-determination, is a concept that refers to the ability of individuals or groups to make decisions about their own lives and futures without external interference or coercion. This principle is fundamental to many democratic societies and is often enshrined in international human rights laws. Self-determination can manifest in various forms, including political self-determination, which allows nations to choose their own governments and political systems, and cultural self-determination, which recognizes the rights of ethnic, linguistic, and religious groups to preserve and develop their distinct cultures.
The concept of self-determination has its roots in the principles of autonomy and self-governance, which have
In practice, self-determination can be challenging to achieve, as it often requires overcoming significant obstacles such