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Hong Kong residents shall have the freedom of academic

research, of

of literary and artistic creation, and of other

cultural pursuits.

Article 35

Hong Kong residents shall have the right to confidential legal advice, access to the courts, and choice of lawyers for timely protection of their legitimate rights

and interests, and for representation in the court s, and the right to judicial remedies.

Hong Kong residents shall have the right to institute

proceedings in the court s against the actions of the

executive organs or their personnel.

Article 36

benefits of the

Hong Kong residents shall in accordance with law have

the right to social welfare;

welfare; the

the welfare

work ing people shall be protected by law.

Article 37

The freedom of marriage of Hong Kong residents and

their right to raise a family freely shall be protected by

law.

Article 38

Hong Kong residents shall enjoy the other rights and

freedoms safeguarded by the laws of the Hong Kong SAR.