Different levels and types of services and the human rights to water and sanitation 2015, para. 27
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Equality and non-discrimination are the central tenet of human rights, and are linked under human rights law. For individuals and groups to enjoy full equality, States must take all necessary steps to ensure substantive equality, which means preventing discrimination in both legislation and policies and in practice. The principle of non-discrimination is immediately binding for all levels and entities of a State, in all spheres and at all times.
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Special Rapporteur on the human rights to safe drinking water and sanitation