Economic, social and cultural rights in Tunisia [Ressource électronique]: an assessment

The main objective of this study is to assess the degree of realization of economic, social and cultural rights (ESCRs) in Tunisia, taking into account two primary principles: achievement of adequate progress and non-discrimination. After clarifying the concept of economic, social and cultural rights and the nature of the associated responsibilities and hence obligations, the study describes the ongoing United Nations assessment system based on government reports (with Tunisia as an example). It goes on to apply statistical tools and methods in order to evaluate progress and failings in the full exercise of ESCRs in Tunisia. Finally, it develops an indicator (the Rights Deprivation Index) designed lo show the substantial differences across regions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of Mediterranean Politics is the property of Routledge and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)