CMY2604 Assignment 1 Semester 2 2023 - DUE 8 August 2023

CMY2604 Assignment
1 Semester 2 2023 -
DUE 8 August 2023




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[COMPANY NAME] [Company address]

, CMY2604 Assignment 1 Semester 2 2023

Question 1

Discuss the sections of the South African Constitution that are specifically
dealing with the protection of children. [15]

The South African Constitution, adopted in 1996, contains several sections that
specifically deal with the protection of children. These provisions aim to safeguard
the rights and well-being of children in the country. Below are some key sections
that address child protection:



Section 28(1): This section enshrines the general principle that every child has the
right to be protected from maltreatment, neglect, abuse, or degradation.



Section 28(2): It stipulates that a child's best interests are of paramount importance
in every matter concerning the child. This principle is in line with the United
Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and serves as a guiding
principle in all decisions that may affect children.



Section 28(3): This section outlines specific rights that children are entitled to,
including the right to basic nutrition, shelter, healthcare, and social services.