What is meant by “inalienable rights”?

a. Inalienable rights are absolute.
b. Inalienable rights cannot be taken away by the government and cannot be given away by the people.
c. Inalienable rights cannot be regulated by the state.
d. Inalienable rights are accorded to illegal immigrants.
e. Inalienable rights must be earned before a person can be a citizen.


ANS: B

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