![]() Whereas it is essential to promote the development of friendly relations between nations, Whereas it is essential, if man is not to be compelled to have recourse, as a last resort, to rebellion against tyranny and oppression, that human rights should be protected by the rule of law, Whereas disregard and contempt for human rights have resulted in barbarous acts which have outraged the conscience of mankind, and the advent of a world in which human beings shall enjoy freedom of speech and belief and freedom from fear and want has been proclaimed as the highest aspiration of the common people, Whereas recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world, 13 Principles relating to the Status of National Institutions (Paris Principles)Īdopted and proclaimed by General Assembly resolution 217 A(III) of 10 December 1948.12 United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.11 Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.10 Convention on the Rights of the Child.9 Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment.8 Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.7 International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination.6 International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.5 International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.4 Universal Declaration of Human Rights.3 Chart of related rights and articles in human rights instruments. ![]() 2 Chart of Australian Treaty Ratifications as of May 2012. ![]()
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