Question

question 8 of 10
human rights groups in the 20th century worked to:
a. weaken the influence of international organizations like the united nations.
b. help european imperial powers maintain control over their colonies.
c. convince citizens in impoverished countries to embrace nationalism.
d. ensure that people around the world were protected from brutal treatment.

Explanation:

Human rights groups aim to safeguard people's rights. Option A is incorrect as human rights groups often work with international organizations. Option B is wrong because the 20th century saw de - colonization, not maintaining colonial control. Option C is incorrect as human rights groups focus on rights, not promoting nationalism. Option D aligns with the core purpose of human rights groups which is to protect people from brutal treatment.

Answer:

D. ensure that people around the world were protected from brutal treatment.