The political rights of a citızen include the

1. Analyze the question The question asks which option is a political right of a citizen. Political rights are the rights that let a citizen take part in governing the country.

2. Explain the concept Citizens' rights are usually grouped into three types:

• Civil/legal rights protect the individual's personal liberty and safety. Examples are the right to life, freedom of speech, freedom of movement, and fair hearing.
• Social/economic rights relate to livelihood and welfare. Examples are the right to employment, education, and health care.
• Political rights concern participation in government. Examples are the right to vote, the right to be voted for (contest elections), the right to join a political party, and the right to hold public office.

3. Step-by-step solution

• A. Freedom of speech is a civil/fundamental human right. It is also used in politics, but it is classified as a civil right.
• B. Right to employment is an economic/social right.
• C. Right to vote lets a citizen choose leaders. It is a clear political right.
• D. Right to life is a civil/fundamental right and the most basic of all human rights.

4. Answer The right to vote is the only option that is purely political, so the answer is C.

5. Exam tip Link political rights to the key words vote, be voted for, join a party, hold public office. If an option involves taking part in elections or government, it is a political right. For "freedom of speech", remember that it is classed as a civil right unless the question specifically says otherwise.