International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

  • Adoption and Entry into Force: Adopted in 1966, effective from 1976.
  • Focus: Economic, social, and cultural rights.
  • Key Rights: Includes rights to work, fair wages, social security, adequate living standards, health, education, cultural life participation.
  • Legal Obligations: Progressive achievement of recognized rights.
  • Committee Oversight: Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
  • Reporting System: Regular state reports on rights implementation.
  • Optional Protocol: Allows individual and group complaints (adopted in 2008).
  • Global Impact: Influences national laws and policies globally.