Section 31: Right to Name

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1) Every person shall, immediately after birth, have right to name and be entitled to use the given name respectfully.

2) Every person shall have the right to defend his or her name, reputation and prestige and such right shall not be transferable to others.

3) No person shall be allowed to abuse another’s name.

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