Minorities have the right to participate fully in the political, social and economic life of the country. The government must take special steps to correct past imbalances and ensure minorities are not discriminated against. You can keep your own culture, language and traditions without interference. The government cannot ignore the needs of minority groups or treat them unfairly. These protections guarantee that minority voices are heard and respected in decisions that affect them.

Minorities have a right to participate in decision-making processes, and their views and interests shall be taken into account in the making of national plans and programmes.

Minorities have the right to take part in decision-making. Their views and interests must be considered when making national pla...

Article 36: Minorities' right to participate in decisions

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36.Protection of rights of minorities

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