You have rights beyond those specifically listed in the Constitution. Even if a right is not written down in this chapter, it can still exist and be protected under the law. The government cannot claim that only the rights mentioned here are valid. This means your basic human dignity and freedoms are not limited to a list. Courts can recognise and enforce other rights that are not explicitly stated.

The rights, duties, declarations and guarantees relating to the fundamental and other human rights and freedoms specifically mentioned in this Chapter shall not be regarded as excluding others not specifically mentioned.

The rights and freedoms listed in this Chapter do not exclude other rights that may also be recognized...

Article 45: Rights Not Listed Still Protected

Human rights and freedoms additional to other rights

Article 45: Rights Not Listed Still Protected

45.Human rights and freedoms additional to other rights

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