Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
/ˈkʌvənənt ɒn ˈsɪvɪl ænd pəˈlɪtɪkəl raɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) An international treaty adopted by the United Nations that commits its parties to respect the civil and political rights of individuals, including rights such as freedom of speech, religion, and voting.
The Covenant on Civil and Political Rights lays the foundation for protecting fundamental human freedoms worldwide.
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- covenant on civil and political rights
- covenants on civil and political rights
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Commentary
Often referenced with its Optional Protocols, the Covenant requires states to report periodically on its implementation and allows individual petitions in some cases.
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