Penalization of people living in poverty 2011, para. 16

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A discriminatory intent is not a necessary element of discrimination. Therefore, any measure with the purpose or effect of nullifying or impairing the equal enjoyment of human rights constitutes a violation of States' human rights obligations.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights
Document type
Special Procedures' report
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
  • Equality & Inclusion
Person(s) affected
  • All
Year
2011
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Paragraph number
16