The right to social security (Art. 9) 2007, para. 5
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Other forms of social security are also acceptable, including (a) privately run schemes, and (b) self-help or other measures, such as community-based or mutual schemes. Whichever system is chosen, it must conform to the essential elements of the right to social security and to that extent should be viewed as contributing to the right to social security and be protected by States parties in accordance with this general comment.
Legal status
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
Social & Cultural Rights
Person(s) affected
N.A.
Year
2007
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Other
Reference
CESCR General Comment No. 19, The right to social security (Art. 9) (2007), para. 5.