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It is designed to protect and promote human rights and fundamental freedoms in Europe. The convention sets out a list of civil and political rights that member states must guarantee to individuals within their jurisdiction. These rights include the right to life, liberty, and security, freedom of expression, and prohibition of torture and inhumane treatment. The convention also establishes the European Court of Human Rights, which allows individuals to bring cases against states for alleged violations of their rights. The ECHR has been widely ratified by European countries and its decisions have had a significant impact on national legal systems. It is considered one of the most influential human rights instruments globally.