Question of the violation of human rights and fundamental freedoms in any part of the world, with particular reference to colonial and other dependent countries and territories
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28 February 1977
5 (XXXIII). Question of the violation of human rights and fundamental freedoms in any part of the world, with particular reference to colonial and other dependent countries and territories[1]7
The Commission on Human Rights, Having observed that in many of the cases drawn to its attention concerning allegations of violations of human rights, difficult economic and social conditions appear to prevail in the countries concerned, Recognizing that, despite these difficulties, the States concerned have a duty to do everything in their power to ensure respect for human rights, including cultural rights,1. Requests the Economic and Social Council to appeal to all States, especially the developed States, and the specialized agencies and non-governmental organizations to make all efforts to accelerate the establishment of conditions that could promote the unrestricted enjoyment of all human rights in the States concerned;
2. Decides that the Commission, which has so far concerned itself mainly with violations of civil and political rights, should also study violations of economic, social and cultural rights.
[1]7 Adopted at the 1408th meeting, on 28 February 1977, without a vote. See chap. V.
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