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According to international human rights instruments, which right includes the right to seek, receive and impart information?
According to international human rights instruments, which right includes the right to seek, receive and impart information?
- Right to property
- Right to privacy
- Right to freedom of information
- Right to freedom of expression (correct)
What is the core element of the broader right to freedom of expression?
What is the core element of the broader right to freedom of expression?
- Right to freedom of information
- Right to privacy
- Right to property
- Right to access information held by public authorities (correct)
Who has provided extensive commentary on the right to freedom of information in his Annual Reports to the UN Commission on Human Rights?
Who has provided extensive commentary on the right to freedom of information in his Annual Reports to the UN Commission on Human Rights?
- The UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of the Press
- The UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression (correct)
- The UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion
- The UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Assembly
In 1997, the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression stated that the tendency of many governments to withhold information from the people at large should be strongly...
In 1997, the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression stated that the tendency of many governments to withhold information from the people at large should be strongly...
According to Article19 (2005), what is freedom of information considered as?
According to Article19 (2005), what is freedom of information considered as?
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Right to Freedom of Expression
- Includes the right to seek, receive, and impart information.
- Encompasses not just individual expression but also access to information essential for public debate and personal development.
Core Element of Freedom of Expression
- The right to freedom of expression is foundational for a democratic society.
- Facilitates informed citizen participation in governance and social issues.
UN Commentary on Freedom of Information
- Extensive commentary provided by the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression.
- Annual Reports delivered insights and recommendations to the UN Commission on Human Rights regarding this right.
Governmental Information Withholding
- In 1997, the UN Special Rapporteur emphasized the need for strong opposition against governments that withhold information from the public.
- Advocates for transparency and accountability in government actions to promote citizens' access to information.
Freedom of Information as a Fundamental Right
- According to Article 19 (2005), freedom of information is regarded as a fundamental human right.
- Essential to ensuring other rights are realized and to fostering informed societies.
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