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Article 34

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Hong Kong residents shall have the freedom of academic

research, 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 courts, and

the right to judicial remedies.

Hong Kong residents shall have the right to institute

proceedings in the courts against the actions of the

executive organs or their personnel.

Article 36

Hong Kong residents shall in accordance with law have

the right to social welfare; the welfare benefits of the

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.