1) Intl Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) Flashcards
1
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What is this related to ?
A
Right to Peaceful Assembly
2
Q
Why is it in news ?
A
As worldwide, there have been increasing precedents of Demonstrations and protests over issues of Political rights , racial justice etc
3
Q
What has this UN committee said ?
A
It has reaffirmed that protesting peacefully, online or in person is a Fundamental Human Right
4
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Details of ICCPR ?
A
1) It is a multilateral treaty adopted by UNGA
2) Monitored by UNHRC
3) This commits the parties to respect the civil and political rights of individuals
4) Became effective since 1976
