Section 29
Section 29 of Rights of Persons with Disability. The appropriate Government and the local authorities shall take measures to promote and protect the rights of all persons with disabilities to have a cultural life and to participate in recreational activities equally with others which include,- (a) facilities, support and sponsorships to artists an
The appropriate Government and the local authorities shall take measures to promote and protect the rights of all persons with disabilities to have a cultural life and to participate in recreational activities equally with others which include,- (a) facilities, support and sponsorships to artists and writers with disability to pursue their interests and talents;
(b) establishment of a disability history museum which chronicles and interprets the historical experiences of persons with disabilities;
(c) making art accessible to persons with disabilities;
(d) promoting recreation centres, and other associational activities;
(e) facilitating participation in scouting, dancing, art classes, outdoor camps and adventure activities;
(f) redesigning courses in cultural and arts subjects to enable participation and access for persons with disabilities;
(g) developing technology, assistive devices and equipments to facilitate access and inclusion for persons with disabilities in recreational activities; and (h) ensuring that persons with hearing impairment can have access to television programmes with sign language interpretation or sub-titles.
Section 29, Rights of Persons with Disability (Act 49 of 2016).
Questions about Section 29
How do I find court cases under Section 29 of the Rights of Persons with Disability?
In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: Rights of Persons with Disability 29, section 29 Rights of Persons with Disability, section 29 of the Rights of Persons with Disability. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
When was the Rights of Persons with Disability enacted?
Rights of Persons with Disability was enacted in 2016 as Act 49 of 2016. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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