"Measure of a Man" is an episode from the science fiction television series Star Trek: The Next Generation. It explores themes of identity, autonomy, and the definition of humanity through the character of Data, an android who seeks to assert his rights as a sentient being. The story revolves around a legal battle to determine whether Data is property of Starfleet or a person with rights. The episode features a courtroom drama where Captain Picard defends Data's personhood against Commander Riker, who is ordered to argue for Starfleet's position. Ultimately, the episode raises important questions about what it means to be human and the ethical implications of artificial intelligence.