Foundational Document: Charter of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms (1993, part of the Czech Constitution)
π Core Principles & Rights
Emerging from the peaceful Velvet Revolution, the Czech Republic's Charter celebrates freedom, democracy, and human dignity. It recognizes the individual as the bearer of rights and the state as the protector of those rights.
Fundamental protections include:
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Freedom of expression, religion, assembly, and movement
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Right to education and academic freedom
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Freedom of enterprise and the right to own property
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Right to family life, privacy, and personal autonomy
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Right to judicial protection and due process under the law
The Charter bans capital punishment, prohibits torture, and defends the rights of minorities, persons with disabilities, and those in vulnerable positions.
π Why This Matters
The Czech Republic’s commitment to nonviolence, personal freedom, and human dignity reflects its post-communist rebirth. Its Charter enshrines a people-first vision of governance — where justice is not a privilege, but a guaranteed right. In a world still learning how to protect human liberty, the Czech model offers a courageous and hopeful blueprint. - Chat GPT
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