Human rights in Madagascar

Human rights in Madagascar are protected under the national constitution. However, the extent to which such rights are reflected in practice is subject to debate. The 2009 Human Rights Report by the United States Department of State noted concerns regarding the suspension of democratic electoral processes as the result of recent political unrest.[1] Furthermore, reports of corruption, arbitrary arrest and child labor highlight the prevalence of human rights issues in the country.[1][2]

  1. ^ a b 2009 U.S Dept of State Human Rights Report: Madagascar
  2. ^ Lawson H, Bertucci M.L, Encyclopedia of human rights, Taylor & Francis, 1996. p.978