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Magna Carta of the Poor, Republic Act No. 11291 (Philippines)

The State shall establish a system to ensure the full enjoyment or realization of rights of the poor which include the following:

  • Right to adequate food
  • Right to decent work
  • Right to relevant and quality education
  • Right to adequate housing
  • Right to highest attainable standard of health

The Act further enumerates the duties of the implementing agencies to ensure the protection of the rights of the poor.

 
 
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