Cultural property, retained without agreement

Type of entry: Potential Violation

Retained by universities, museums, private institutions, individuals, etc. without agreement with the traditional owners concerning custody and interpretation of the property.

Broader Terms:

Cultural life, participation in and benefits of scientific progress
Science and culture, conservation of
Cultural heritage
Cultural property

See ESC right:

Science and culture, conservation of

Relevant ICESCR Articles:

15(1)(a): 1. The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right of everyone:
(a) To take part in cultural life;

15(1)(c): 1. The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right of everyone:
(c) To benefit from the protection of the moral and material interests resulting from any scientific, literary or artistic production of which he is the author.