Harmful practices (joint General Recommendation with CRC) 2014, para. 12
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The Conventions outline the obligations of States parties to establish a well-defined legal framework in order to ensure the protection and promotion of human rights. An important first step in doing so is through the incorporation of the instruments into national legal frameworks. Both Committees stress that legislation aimed at eliminating harmful practices must include appropriate budgeting, implementing, monitoring and effective enforcement measures.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
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N.A.
Topic(s)
Economic Rights
Governance & Rule of Law
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Year
2014
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Other
Reference
CEDAW General Recommendation No. 31, Harmful practices (joint General Recommendation with CRC) (2014), para. 12.