We continue to publish the main points of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Articles of the Convention from 1 to 10 you can study here, Articles 10 to 20 hereAnd Articles 20 and 30 here.
Article 30. Children belonging to minorities and indigenous peoples
If the child belongs to an ethnic, religious or linguistic minority, he has the right to speak their native language and observe native customs and to practice their religion.
Article 31.Leisure, recreation and cultural activities
Every child has the right to rest and play, and to participate in cultural and artistic life.
Article 32. Child labour
The State must protect the child from the dangerous, harmful and overwork. The work should not interfere with the formation and spiritual and physical development of children.
Article 33. Illegal drug use
State must do everything possible to protect children from the illicit use of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances and to prevent the participation of children in the production and drug trafficking.
Article 34. sexual exploitation
The State shall protect children from all forms of sexual violence.
Article 35. Sale, trafficking and abduction
The State should by all means to fight against kidnapping, trafficking and sale of children.
Article 36. Other forms of exploitation
The State must protect the child from any action that might harm him.
Article 37. Torture and deprivation of liberty
State shall ensure that no child is subjected to torture, cruel treatment, unlawful arrest and imprisonment. Every child deprived of liberty shall have the right to maintain contact with their families, receive legal assistance and to seek protection in court.
Article 38. Armed conflicts
The state should not allow children under 15 to join the army or to participate directly in hostilities. Children in war zones should receive special protection and care.
Article 39. restorative care
If the child was a victim of abuse, conflict, torture, neglect or exploitation, the State must do everything possible to restore his health and restore his sense of self dignity.
Article 40. The administration of justice for juvenile offenders
Every child accused of infringing the law, is entitled to basic guarantees, legal and other assistance.
