What Does Section 3 of the Human Rights Act Require

question 7

Multiple Choice

What does section 3 of the Human Rights Act require courts to do?

• A) convict guilty defendants
• B) enforce the European Convention on Human Rights
• C) interpret legislation in a way which complies with the European Convention on Human Rights where possible.
• D) give effect to directives of the European Union

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Definitions:

Harmony

A state of agreement or concord in relationships or musical notes producing a pleasing effect.

Stability

Refers to the state of being steady and not prone to change, often indicating reliability or consistency in various contexts.

Justice

The ethical principle of fairness and the moral rightness based on ethics, rationality, law, natural law, religion, equity, or fairness.

Article III

Refers to the third article of the United States Constitution, which establishes the judicial branch of the federal government.