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Article 21 of the Constitution of Kenya

Article
21
Index row title
(1) It is a fundamental duty of the State and every State organ
Source document
The Kenya Constitution
Provision ID
8bd36ec0-f114-433e-bb97-5cd5e7c187ed

117 words

Verbatim text

to observe, respect, protect, promote and fulfil the rights and fundamental freedoms in the Bill of Rights. (2) The State shall take legislative, policy and other measures, including the setting of standards, to achieve the progressive realisation of the rights guaranteed under Article 43. (3) All State organs and all public officers have the duty to address the needs of vulnerable groups within society, including women, older members of society, persons with disabilities, children, 19 youth, members of minority or marginalised communities, and members of particular ethnic, religious or cultural communities. (4) The State shall enact and implement legislation to fulfil its international obligations in respect of human rights and fundamental freedoms. Enforcement of Bill of Rights.

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