Last Change:

04/01/2025

Constitution of the Republic of Mauritius, as amended to 2016

Year: 1969

Type: Domestic law

Rights Category: Asylum, Education, Freedom of movement, Health, Housing, land & property, Liberty & security of person, Nationality & facilitated naturalization, Social protection, Work & Workplace rights, Family life, Documentation

Link to external source: https://www.constituteproject.org/constitution/Mauritius_2016.pdf?lang=en
Description

The Constitution of Mauritius serves as the supreme law of the country, providing a framework for governance. Article 3 declares that in Mauritius, human rights and fundamental freedoms will exist without discrimination based on race, origin, political views, color, creed, or sex, while respecting the rights and freedoms of others and the public interest. 

Selected provisions
Constitution of the Republic of Mauritius, as amended to 2016 - Generic

Constitution of the Republic of Mauritius, as amended to 2016 - Generic