Ensuring equal opportunities in the realization of rights and freedoms for orphans and children deprived of parental care is one of the key criteria for upholding their legal rights and interests.

Raising legal awareness among children in mercy homes, fostering respect for the law, and strengthening their sense of involvement is of special importance.

The project, aimed at increasing attention to the education of mercy home residents and enhancing their knowledge and interest in the field of law, was launched in May this year in connection with International Children’s Day — June 1.

Nearly 100 senior students from mercy homes in Tashkent took part in the two-stage quiz. In particular, students of Homes No. 22 and 30, studying in both Uzbek and Russian languages, participated in the first stage.

Ten students who achieved the highest scores advanced to the final stage of the quiz.

Participants responded to theoretical and practical questions based on real-life scenarios within the allocated time.

At the beginning of the final round, six finalists were awarded letters of appreciation and commemorative gifts.

Based on the scores given by the jury, the winners were presented with diplomas and valuable prizes.

For reference: According to the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the state and society are responsible for the care, education, health, and all-round development of orphans and children deprived of parental care. They must ensure the protection of the child’s rights, freedoms, and legitimate interests and create the best possible conditions for their physical, mental, and cultural development.

Press Service of the Commissioner of the Oliy Majlis for Human Rights (Ombudsman)