What stance did the United Nations Charter take on the question of race?

A) It affirmed that human rights and freedoms were universal without regard to race.
B) It carefully avoided the question of race so as not to offend its most powerful charter members.
C) It noted the regrettable continuance of racial discrimination,and expressed the hope that it would gradually disappear.
D) It contended that the question of racial discrimination,though serious,must take second place to considerations of national sovereignty.

United Nations Charter

A foundational treaty established in 1945 that outlines the principles, structure, and functioning of the United Nations to promote international cooperation and maintain peace.

Race

A social construct that categorizes people based on physical characteristics such as skin color, as well as cultural, historical, and geographical factors.

Human Rights

The basic rights and freedoms that all individuals are entitled to, regardless of nationality, sex, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, language, or other status.