The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was created in order to prevent war between nations. a "Whereas it is essential to promote the development of friendly relations between nations," b "Whereas it is essential, if man is not to be compelled to have recourse, as a last resort, to rebellion against tyranny and oppression, that human rights should be protected by the rule of law," c "Whereas recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world,"