Module 3

Introduction to economic and social rights

Reading

Read the following material:

Video: What are economic, social and cultural rights?

Watch this short video explaining Economic, Social & Cultural Rights and their place within the international human rights system established by the United Nations.

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Activity: Test your knowledge

Which of the following rights are protected in the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights?

Yes, in Article 6.

No, though such a right is found in Rights of Child Convention.

Yes, as a component of the right to an adequate standard of living in Article 11.

Yes, as a component of the right to an adequate standard of living in Article 11.

No, that right is protected in the ICCPR.

Yes, in Article 8(1)(a).

Yes, in Article 12.

No. This right is only found in the UDHR.

Yes, in Article 13.

Yes, in Article 9.

No, not explicitly. But might be implicit in rights to work (Art. 6), to take part in cultural life (Art. 15)(1)(b), and to benefit equally from scientific progress Art. 15(1)(b).

Yes, in Article 10(2).