The european union encouraged human rights protections in the post–cold war eastern europe by
a. using a threat of force to induce change.
b. placing negative sanctions on rights violators.
c. leading un criticism of rights violators.
d. requiring candidates for admission to the eu to show improving political and civil liberties.

The correct answer is letter D.

Main objectives of the European Union

Improve free trade conditions between member countries;

Reduce social and economic inequalities between regions;

Foster the economic development of the growing countries;

Providing an environment of peace, harmony and balance in Europe.

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