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Constitution of Uganda / Article 17 Duties of a citizen

17.Duties of a citizen

(1)It is the duty of every citizen of Uganda—

(a)to respect the national anthem, flag, coat of arms and currency;

(b)to respect the rights and freedoms of others;

(c)to protect children and vulnerable persons against any form of abuse, harassment or ill-treatment;

(d)to protect and preserve public property;

(e)to defend Uganda and to render national service when necessary;

(f)to cooperate with lawful agencies in the maintenance of law and order;

(g)to pay taxes;

(h)to register for electoral and other lawful purposes;

(i)to combat corruption and misuse or wastage of public property;

(j)to create and protect a clean and healthy environment; and

(k)to perform such other national duties and obligations as Parliament may by law prescribe.

(2)It is the duty of all able-bodied citizens to undergo military training for the defence of this Constitution and the protection of the territorial integrity of Uganda whenever called upon to do so; and the State shall ensure that facilities are available for such training.

(3)Parliament may, in the case of any duty or obligation under clause (1), prescribe a penalty for contravention of that duty or obligation.

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