Protection of Human Rights in Egyptian Legislation

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Which offense is considered an assault on the right to life in Egyptian legislation?

  • Forced labor
  • Rape
  • Murder or attempted murder (correct)
  • Slander and defamation

According to the Egyptian Constitution, what type of lawsuit shall not abate by prescription in case of violation of personal freedom?

  • Direct criminal action
  • Criminal lawsuit (correct)
  • Civil lawsuit
  • Fair compensation claim

What crime constitutes an assault on personal freedoms in Egyptian legislation?

  • Rape
  • Beatings and injuries
  • Slander and defamation
  • Torture, abduction, and forced labor (correct)

Under what circumstances does the Egyptian law give the person the right to legitimate self-defense?

<p>When subjected to any attack on life or body (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is guaranteed by the Egyptian Constitution for the victims of violations of personal freedoms?

<p>Fair compensation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which article of the Egyptian Constitution specifically addresses the protection of personal freedoms and public rights?

<p>Article 99 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main objectives of the National Council for Human Rights according to its establishment law?

<p>Develop a plan for the promotion of Human Rights protection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Article 50 of the Egyptian Civil Code, what can a person do if they have been subjected to unlawful infringement of their personality rights?

<p>Claim elimination of the infringement and seek compensation for any damage suffered (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was entrusted with the presidency of the National Council for Human Rights when it was first formed?

<p>The late Prof. Dr. Boutros Boutros-Ghali (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many standing committees does the National Council for Human Rights have?

<p>Eight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Committee on Civil and Political Rights?

<p>To focus on civil and political rights violations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what resolution was the National Council for Human Rights formed?

<p>Resolution of the President of the Shura Council No. 1 of 2004 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was elected Vice-President at the time when the National Council for Human Rights was first formed?

<p>Prof. Dr. Ahmed Kamal Abu Al-Majd (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can the Council do with regards to international relations?

<p>Participate in Egyptian delegations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is not one of the terms of reference for the promotion of Human Rights protection by the Council?

<p>Holding conferences and seminars in other countries only (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Article 3 of its establishment law entitle the National Council for Human Rights to do?

<p>To contribute an opinion, make proposals and recommendations, and receive and consider complaints, among other functions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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