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Dance and the Right to Protection from Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment
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What is the right to protection from torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment?
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The right to be free from physical or mental pain or suffering inflicted by a public official or other person acting in an official capacity.
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The right to protection from torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment is a fundamental human right that is recognized in international law. It is enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment.