LatviaSatversme 87 · The Satversme (Constitution)
What does Article 95 of the Constitution (Satversme) say about torture?
In the exam (Latvian)
Ko Satversmes 95. pants nosaka par spīdzināšanu?
- aTorture is forbidden.Spīdzināšana ir aizliegta.Correct answer
- bTorture is allowed in wartime.Spīdzināšana ir atļauta kara laikā.
- cA court decides on torture in each case.Par spīdzināšanu katrā lietā lemj tiesa.
Why?
Article 95 of the Constitution (Satversme) says that the state protects human honour and dignity and forbids torture and other cruel or degrading treatment. The Constitution makes no exception for wartime.
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