The right to sexual and reproductive health (Art. 12) 2016, para. 56
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Violations of the obligation to respect occur when the State, through laws, policies or actions, undermines the right to sexual and reproductive health. Such violations include State interference with an individual's freedom to control his or her own body and ability to make free, informed and responsible decisions in this regard. They also occur when the State removes or suspends laws and policies that are necessary for the enjoyment of the right to sexual and reproductive health.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on Social, Economic and Cultural Rights
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Governance & Rule of Law
Health
Person(s) affected
All
Year
2016
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Other
Reference
CESCR General Comment No. 22, The right to sexual and reproductive health (Art. 12) (2016), para. 56.