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Sixty-fourth session
Third Committee
Agenda item 69 (b)
Promotion and protection of human rights: human
rights questions, including alternative approaches for
improving the effective enjoyment of human rights and
fundamental freedoms
Belarus, Syrian Arab Republic
draft resolution
* and Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of):Combating defamation of religions
The General Assembly
,Reaffirming
Nations, to promote and encourage universal respect for and observance of all
human rights and fundamental freedoms without distinction as to race, sex, language
or religion,
the pledge made by all States, under the Charter of the UnitedRecalling
discrimination, in particular the International Convention on the Elimination of All
Forms of Racial Discrimination,
Rights,
Discrimination Based on Religion or Belief,
of Individuals Who are not Nationals of the Country in which They Live
Declaration on the Rights of Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious and
Linguistic Minorities,
the relevant international instruments on the elimination of1 the International Covenant on Civil and Political2 the Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of3 the Declaration on the Human Rights4 and the5Reaffirming
interrelated,
that all human rights are universal, indivisible, interdependent and__________________
* On behalf of the States Members of the United Nations that are members of the Organization of
the Islamic Conference.
1
United Nations, Treaty Series, vol. 660, No. 9464.2
See resolution 2200 A (XXI), annex.3
See resolution 36/55.4
Resolution 40/144, annex.5
Resolution 47/135, annex.A/C.3/64/L.27
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09-58494Recalling
Human Rights Council in this regard,
the relevant resolutions of the Commission on Human Rights and theWelcoming
Declaration adopted by the General Assembly on 8 September 2000
measures to eliminate the increasing acts of racism and xenophobia in many
societies and to promote greater harmony and tolerance in all societies, and looking
forward to its effective implementation at all levels,
the resolve expressed in the United Nations Millennium6 to takeUnderlining
Programme of Action adopted by the World Conference against Racism, Racial
Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance, held in Durban, South Africa,
in 2001,
Geneva in April 2009,
and emphasizing that they constitute a solid foundation for the elimination of all
scourges and manifestations of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related
intolerance,
in this regard the importance of the Durban Declaration and7 and the Outcome Document of the Durban Review Conference, held in8 and welcoming the progress achieved in implementing them,Expressing concern
many parts of the world, in political circles, in the sphere of public opinion and in
society at large, as a result, inter alia, of the resurgence of activities of political
parties and associations established on the basis of racist, xenophobic and
ideological superiority platforms and charters, and the persistent use of those
platforms and charters to promote or incite racist ideologies,
at the increase in racist violence and xenophobic ideas inDeeply alarmed
or belief, including in some national policies, laws and administrative measures that
stigmatize groups of people belonging to certain religions and beliefs under a
variety of pretexts relating to security and irregular immigration, thereby
legitimizing discrimination against them, and consequently impairing their
enjoyment of the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion, and impeding
their ability to observe, practise and manifest their religion freely and without fear
of coercion, violence or reprisal,
at the rising trends towards discrimination based on religionNoting with deep concern
and acts of violence based on religion or belief, intimidation and coercion motivated
by extremism, religious or otherwise, occurring in many parts of the world, in
addition to the negative projection of certain religions in the media and the
introduction and enforcement of laws and administrative measures that specifically
discriminate against and target persons with certain ethnic and religious
backgrounds, particularly Muslim minorities following the events of 11 September
2001, and that threaten to impede their full enjoyment of human rights and
fundamental freedoms,
the serious instances of intolerance, discriminationStressing
leading to the illicit restriction of the freedom of religion of their adherents and
incitement to religious hatred and violence,
that the defamation of religions is a serious affront to human dignityStressing also
incitement to religious hatred in general,
the need to effectively combat defamation of all religions, and__________________
6
See resolution 55/2.7
See A/CONF.189/12 and Corr.1, chap. I.8
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3Reaffirming
a violation of human rights and a disavowal of the principles of the Charter,
that discrimination on the grounds of religion or belief constitutesNoting with concern
religious hatred in general, could lead to social disharmony and violations of human
rights, and alarmed at the inaction of some States to combat this burgeoning trend
and the resulting discriminatory practices against adherents of certain religions,
that the defamation of religions, and incitement toTaking note
racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance submitted to the
Human Rights Council at its fourth, sixth, ninth and twelfth
Special Rapporteur highlighted the serious nature of the defamation of all religions
and the need to complement legal strategies, and reiterating the call of the Special
Rapporteur to all States to wage a systematic campaign against incitement to racial
and religious hatred by maintaining a careful balance between the defence of
secularism and respect for freedom of religion and by acknowledging and respecting
the complementarity of all the freedoms embodied in internationally agreed human
rights instruments, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political
Rights,
of the reports of the Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of9 sessions, in which the2Recalling
Civilizations,
Nations system, within existing resources, other international and regional
organizations and civil society to contribute to the implementation of the
Programme of Action contained in the Global Agenda,
the proclamation of the Global Agenda for Dialogue among10 and inviting States, the organizations and bodies of the UnitedWelcoming
mutual respect and understanding among different cultures and societies, including
the second forum of the Alliance, held in Istanbul, Turkey, on 6 and 7 April 2009, its
third forum, to be held in Brazil in 2010, and its fourth forum, to be held in Qatar
in 2011,
the efforts of the Alliance of Civilizations initiative in promotingRecognizing
civilization and the contribution that dialogue among civilizations can make to an
improved awareness and understanding of common values,
the valuable contributions of all religions and beliefs to modernConvinced
well as dialogue among and within civilizations, are essential for peace,
understanding and friendship among individuals and people of the different cultures
and nations of the world, while manifestations of cultural prejudice, intolerance and
xenophobia towards people belonging to different cultures, religions and beliefs
give rise to polarization and disturb social cohesion, generating hatred and violence
among peoples and nations throughout the world,
that respect for cultural, ethnic, religious and linguistic diversity, asUnderlining
which involves acceptance by the public of, and its respect for, diversity, including
with regard to religious expressions, and underlining also the fact that education
should contribute in a meaningful way to promoting tolerance and the elimination of
discrimination based on religion or belief,
the important role of education in the promotion of tolerance,__________________
9
A/HRC/4/19, A/HRC/6/6, A/HRC/9/12 and A/HRC/12/38.10
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09-58494Reaffirming
efforts to enhance dialogue and broaden understanding among civilizations,
cultures, religions and beliefs, and emphasizing that States, regional organizations,
non-governmental organizations, religious bodies and the media have an important
role to play in promoting tolerance, respect for and freedom of religion and belief,
the need for all States to continue their national and internationalWelcoming
and interfaith harmony, including the international dialogue on interfaith
cooperation, the World Conference on Dialogue, held in Madrid from 16 to 18 July
2008, and the High-level meeting of the General Assembly on the culture of peace,
held on 12 and 13 November 2008, and their valuable efforts towards the promotion
of a culture of peace and dialogue at all levels, and taking note with appreciation of
the programmes led by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural
Organization in this regard,
all international and regional initiatives aimed at promoting crossculturalUnderlining
deepen dialogue and reinforce understanding among different cultures, religions,
beliefs and civilizations, and in this regard taking note with appreciation of the
Declaration and Programme of Action adopted by the Ministerial Meeting on
Human Rights and Cultural Diversity of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries,
held in Tehran on 3 and 4 September 2007,
the importance of increasing contacts at all levels in order to11Recognizing
that instances can arise of multiple or aggravated forms of discrimination on the
basis of religion and other grounds such as race, colour, descent, or national or
ethnic origin,
the importance of the interface between religion and race, and12Recalling
1.
contained therein;
2.
manifestations of intolerance and discrimination in matters of religion or belief still
evident in the world;
3.
assaults, and incitement thereto, against persons on the basis of their religion or
belief, and such acts directed against their businesses, properties, cultural centres
and places of worship, as well as targeting of holy sites and religious symbols of all
religions;
4.
extremist organizations and groups aimed at creating and perpetuating stereotypes
about certain religions, in particular when condoned by Governments;
5.
the defamation of religions, and incitement to religious hatred in general, including
its resolution 63/171 of 18 December 2008,Takes note of the report of the Secretary-General13 and the conclusionsExpresses deep concern at the negative stereotyping of religions andStrongly deplores all acts of psychological and physical violence andExpresses deep concern at the programmes and agendas pursued byNotes with deep concern the intensification of the overall campaign of__________________
11
A/62/464, annex.12
See Official Records of the General Assembly, Sixty-second Session, Supplement No. 18(A/62/18), annex V, pp. 123-133 and 134-140; CERD/C/63/CO/11, para. 20 (10 December
2003); CERD/C/63/CO/6, para. 14 (10 December 2003); CERD/C/NGA/CO/18, para. 20
(1 November 2005); CERD/C/TZA/CO/16, para. 20 (1 November 2005); CERD/C/IRL/CO/2,
para. 18 (14 April 2005); and CERD/C/RUS/CO/19, paras. 16 and 17 (20 August 2008).
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5the ethnic and religious profiling of Muslim minorities in the aftermath of the tragic
events of 11 September 2001;
6.
of religions and incitement to religious hatred in general become aggravating factors
that contribute to the denial of fundamental rights and freedoms of members of
target groups, as well as their economic and social exclusion;
7.
wrongly associated with human rights violations and terrorism;
8.
integrated manner, of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, which
was adopted without a vote by the General Assembly on 8 September 2006
reaffirmed by the Assembly in its resolution 62/272 of 5 September 2008, and which
clearly confirms, inter alia, that terrorism cannot and should not be associated with
any religion, nationality, civilization or ethnic group, stressing the need to reinforce
the international community’s commitment to promote a culture of peace, justice
and human development, ethnic, national and religious tolerance, and respect for all
religions, religious values, beliefs or cultures and prevent the defamation of
religions;
9.
including the Internet, and any other means to incite acts of violence, xenophobia or
related intolerance and discrimination against any religion, as well as targeting of
religious symbols;
10.
everyone has the right to hold opinions without interference, and has the right to
freedom of expression, the exercise of which carries with it special duties and
responsibilities and may therefore be subject to limitations as are provided for by
law and are necessary for respect of the rights or reputations of others, protection of
national security or of public order, public health or morals;
11.
Elimination of Racial Discrimination,
prohibition of the dissemination of all ideas based upon racial superiority or hatred
is compatible with freedom of opinion and expression, is equally applicable to the
question of incitement to religious hatred;
12.
discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance against national or ethnic,
religious and linguistic minorities and migrants and the stereotypes often applied to
them, including on the basis of religion or belief, and urges all States to apply and,
where applicable, reinforce existing laws when such xenophobic or intolerant acts,
manifestations or expressions occur, in order to eradicate impunity for those who
commit xenophobic and racist acts;
13.
prohibit the advocacy of national, racial or religious hatred that constitutes
incitement to discrimination, hostility or violence, and encourages States, in their
Recognizes that, in the context of the fight against terrorism, defamationExpresses deep concern in this respect that Islam is frequently andReiterates the commitment of all States to the implementation, in an14 andDeplores the use of the print, audio-visual and electronic media,Emphasizes that, as stipulated in international human rights law,Reaffirms that general recommendation XV (42) of the Committee on the15 in which the Committee stipulated that theStrongly condemns all manifestations and acts of racism, racialReaffirms the obligation of all States to enact the necessary legislation to__________________
14
Resolution 60/288.15
See Official Records of the General Assembly, Forty-eighth Session, Supplement No. 18(A/48/18), chap. VIII, sect. B.
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09-58494follow-up to the World Conference against Racism, Racial Discrimination,
Xenophobia and Related Intolerance,
ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities in their national plans of action and, in
this context, to take forms of multiple discrimination against minorities fully into
account;
14.
the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination Based on
Religion or Belief;
7 to include aspects relating to national orInvites all States to put into practice the provisions of the Declaration on315.
constitutional systems, adequate protection against acts of hatred, discrimination,
intimidation and coercion resulting from the defamation of religions, and incitement
to religious hatred in general;
16.
and respect for all religions and beliefs and the understanding of their value systems
and to complement legal systems with intellectual and moral strategies to combat
religious hatred and intolerance;
17.
religion through the enactment or strengthening of domestic frameworks and
legislations to prevent the defamation of religions and the negative stereotyping of
religious groups;
18.
law enforcement bodies, the military, civil servants and educators, in the course of
their official duties, respect people regardless of their different religions and beliefs
and do not discriminate against persons on the grounds of their religion or belief,
and that any necessary and appropriate education or training is provided;
19.
to religious hatred in general, by strategizing and harmonizing actions at the local,
national, regional and international levels through education and awareness-raising,
and urges all States to ensure equal access to education for all, in law and in
practice, including access to free primary education for all children, both girls and
boys, and access for adults to lifelong learning and education based on respect for
human rights, diversity and tolerance, without discrimination of any kind, and to
refrain from any legal or other measures leading to racial segregation in access to
schooling;
20.
national legislation and in conformity with international human rights and
humanitarian law, to ensure that religious places, sites, shrines and symbols are fully
respected and protected, and to take additional measures in cases where they are
vulnerable to desecration or destruction;
21.
promote a culture of tolerance and peace at all levels, based on respect for human
rights and diversity of religion and belief, and urges States, non-governmental
organizations, religious leaders and bodies and the print and electronic media to
support and foster such a dialogue;
22.
for all religious and cultural values and address instances of intolerance,
Urges all States to provide, within their respective legal andAlso urges all States to take all possible measures to promote toleranceWelcomes the recent steps taken by Member States to protect freedom ofUrges all States to ensure that all public officials, including members ofUnderscores the need to combat defamation of religions, and incitementCalls upon all States to exert the utmost efforts, in accordance with theirAlso calls upon the international community to foster a global dialogue toAffirms that the Human Rights Council shall promote universal respectA/C.3/64/L.27
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7discrimination and incitement of hatred against members of any community or
adherents of any religion, as well as the means to consolidate international efforts in
order to combat impunity for such deplorable acts;
23.
Human Rights on the expert seminar on freedom of expression and advocacy of
religious hatred that constitutes incitement to discrimination, hostility or violence,
on 2 and 3 October 2008, and requests the High Commissioner to continue to build
on this initiative, with a view to concretely contributing to the prevention and
elimination of all such forms of incitement and the consequences of negative
stereotyping of religions or beliefs, and their adherents, on the human rights of those
individuals and their communities;
24.
include human rights aspects in educational programmes, particularly the World
Programme for Human Rights Education proclaimed by the General Assembly on
10 December 2004,
efforts, with particular focus on:
(a) The contributions of cultures, as well as religious and cultural diversity;
(b) Collaboration with other relevant bodies of the United Nations system
and regional and international organizations in holding joint conferences designed to
encourage dialogue among civilizations and promote understanding of the
universality of human rights and their implementation at various levels, in particular
the Office of the United Nations High Representative for the Alliance of
Civilizations, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
and the unit within the Secretariat mandated to interact with various entities within
the United Nations system and coordinate their contribution to the
intergovernmental process;
25.
of the present resolution, including on the possible correlation between defamation
of religions and the upsurge in incitement, intolerance and hatred in many parts of
the world, to the General Assembly at its sixty-fifth session.
Welcomes the initiative by the United Nations High Commissioner forTakes note of the efforts of the High Commissioner to promote and16 and calls upon the High Commissioner to continue thoseRequests the Secretary-General to submit a report on the implementation__________________
16
See resolutions 59/113 A and B.
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