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i. The State shall be based on democratic principles which empower and encourage the active participation of all citizens at all levels in their own governance.
ii. All the people of Uganda shall have access to leadership positions at all levels, subject to the Constitution.
... (National Objectives and Directives Principles of State Policy, II)
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The State shall ensure gender balance and fair representation of marginalised groups on all constitutional and other bodies. (National Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy, VI)
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i. The State shall give the highest priority to the enactment of legislation establishing measures that protect and enhance the right of the people to equal opportunities in development.
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The State shall recognise the significant role that women play in society. (National Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy, XV)
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1. All persons are equal before and under the law in all spheres of political, economic, social and cultural life and in every other respect and shall enjoy equal protection of the law.
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4. Women shall have the right to equal treatment with men and that right shall include equal opportunities in political, economic and social activities.
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1. Every Uganda citizen has the right to participate in the affairs of government, individually or through his or her representatives in accordance with law.
2. Every Ugandan has a right to participate in peaceful activities to influence the policies of government through civic organisations. (Art. 38)
See Art. 137 "1. Any question as to the interpretation of this Constitution shall be determined by the Court of Appeal sitting as the Constitutional Court. …"
Chapter 4 on Protection and Promotion of Fundamental and Other Human Rights and Freedoms.
Chapter 4 on Protection and Promotion of Fundamental and Other Human Rights and Freedoms.
Chapter 4 on Protection and Promotion of Fundamental and Other Human Rights and Freedoms.
Chapter 4 on Protection and Promotion of Fundamental and Other Human Rights and Freedoms.