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In forceTaking part in public life
Part 2Human rights
17 Taking part in public life
Every citizen has the right, and is to have the opportunity, to—
(a)
take part in the conduct of public affairs, directly or through freely chosen representatives; and
(b)
vote and be elected at periodic elections, that guarantee the free expression of the will of the electors; and
(c)
have access, on general terms of equality, for appointment to the public service and public office.
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