European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR)
The European Convention on Human Rights is an international treaty designed to protect human rights and fundamental freedoms in Europe.
Drafted in 1950 by the Council of Europe, it came into force on 3 September 1953. The Convention established the European Court of Human Rights, allowing individuals to bring cases against member states that violate their rights under the Convention.
Below are the article titles under Section I – Rights and Freedoms of the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms. Full details can be found in the link below.
Source: Council of Europe – European Convention on Human Rights
Link to the official PDF version: https://www.echr.coe.int/documents/convention_eng.pdf
ARTICLE 1: Obligation to respect human life
SECTION I: RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS
ARTICLE 2
Right to life
ARTICLE 3
Prohibition of torture
ARTICLE 4
Prohibition of slavery and forced labour
ARTICLE 5
Right to liberty and security
ARTICLE 6
Right to a fair trial
ARTICLE 7
No punishment without law
ARTICLE 8
Right to respect for private and family life
ARTICLE 9
Freedom of thought, conscience and religion
ARTICLE 10
Freedom of expression
ARTICLE 11
Freedom of assembly and association
ARTICLE 12
Right to marry
ARTICLE 13
Right to an effective remedy
ARTICLE 14
Prohibition of discrimination
ARTICLE 15
Derogation in time of emergency
Derogation refers to the partial suspension or relaxation of a law, rule, or legal obligation, often in specific circumstances.
ARTICLE 16
Restrictions on political activity of aliens
ARTICLE 17
Prohibition of abuse of rights
ARTICLE 18
Limitation on use of restrictions on rights
Full details and more information can be found in the link to the official PDF version: https://www.echr.coe.int/documents/convention_eng.pdf
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