Enforcing Rights and Correcting Wrongs - Asia-Pacific Regional ...
Enforcing Rights and Correcting Wrongs - Asia-Pacific Regional ...
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Article 16 Take measures to eliminate discrimination against women in matters related to marriage <strong>and</strong> family<br />
relations. And ensure equality between men <strong>and</strong> women through:<br />
Annex<br />
• Equal right to enter into marriage only with full consent; freedom to choose a spouse; make registration<br />
of marriages compulsory.<br />
• Equal rights <strong>and</strong> responsibilities during marriage <strong>and</strong> at its dissolution<br />
• Equal rights <strong>and</strong> responsibilities as parents, irrespective of their marital status.<br />
• Equal rights <strong>and</strong> responsibilities regarding guardianship <strong>and</strong> adoption of children<br />
• Nullify child marriages<br />
Source: Adapted from OHCHR 2007.<br />
• Equal rights to own, acquire, administer, manage <strong>and</strong> dispose of conjugal property<br />
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