CLEAN : UN urges Rwanda to allow freedom of protes

The transcript emphasizes the importance of peaceful assemblies as a means of public expression and gauges citizen sentiment. It highlights concerns about the lack of space for dissenting views in Rwanda, where consensus politics is favored, and public criticism is discouraged. The text also warns against using security concerns as a pretext to limit freedom of association, stressing the need for a genuine pluralistic society.

Why should peaceful assemblies be encouraged?

• They are a method to enforce government policies.

• They are a way to avoid political discussions.

• They help in expressing public disagreement and differences.

• They are a form of entertainment.

What issue do political parties face in expressing dissenting views?

• They are indifferent to public opinion.

• They are encouraged to criticize publicly.

• They lack space to express dissenting views.

• They have too much freedom to express dissent.

What political approach does the Rwandan government favor?

• Consensus politics

• Public criticism and dissent

• Complete freedom of speech

• Anarchism

What concern is raised about the society in Rwanda?

• It lacks genuine pluralism.

• It is too diverse.

• It is too focused on security.

• It is overly critical.

How should security concerns be handled in relation to freedom of association?

• They should be the primary focus of all policies.

• They should be used to restrict freedom.

• They should be ignored completely.

• They should not be used to limit the right to associate freely.