PART TWO BILL OF RIGHTS Nature of the Bill of Rights 27 (1)The Bill of Rights is a covenant among the Sudanese people and between them and their governments at every level and a commitment to respect and promote human rights and fundamental freedoms enshrined in this Constitution; it is the cornerstone of social justice, equality and democracy in the Sudan. (2) The State shall protect, promote, guarantee and implement this Bill. (3) All rights and freedoms enshrined in international human rights treaties, covenants and instruments ratified by the Republic of the Sudan shall be an integral part of this Bill. (4) Legislation shall regulate the rights and freedoms enshrined in this Bill and shall not detract from or derogate any of these rights. Life and Human Dignity 28. Every human being has the inherent right to life, dignity and the integrity of his/her person, which shall be protected by law; no one shall arbitrarily be deprived of his/her life. Personal Liberty 29 Every person has the right to liberty and security of person; no person shall be subjected to arrest, detention, deprivation or restriction of his/her liberty except for reasons and in accordance with procedures prescribed by law. . Sanctity from Slavery and Forced Labour 30 (1) Slavery and slave trade in every form is prohibited. No person shall be held in slavery or servitude. (2) No person shall be required to perform forced or compulsory labour except as a penalty upon conviction by a competent court of law. 13