Article 1, paragraph 1, of the Convention (Descent) 2002, para. 6
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Paragraph text
Confirming the consistent view of the Committee that the term "descent" in article 1, paragraph 1, the Convention does not solely refer to "race" and has a meaning and application which complement the other prohibited grounds of discrimination,
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Governance & Rule of Law
Person(s) affected
N.A.
Year
2002
Paragraph type
PP
Reference
CERD General Recommendation No. 29, Article 1, paragraph 1, of the Convention (Descent) (2002), PP 6.