Right of everyone to take part in cultural life (Art. 15, para. 1(a)) 2009, para. 58
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The Committee recalls that international cooperation for development and thus for the realization of economic, social and cultural rights, including the right to take part in cultural life, is an obligation of States parties, especially of those States that are in a position to provide assistance. This obligation is in accordance with Articles 55 and 56 of the Charter of the United Nations, as well as articles 2, paragraph 1, and articles 15 and 23 of the Covenant.
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Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on Social, Economic and Cultural Rights
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
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N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Governance & Rule of Law
Social & Cultural Rights
Person(s) affected
All
Year
2009
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Other
Reference
CESCR General Comment No. 21, Right of everyone to take part in cultural life (Art. 15, para. 1(a)) (2009), para. 58.