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Torture violates fundamental human rights, so it is necessary to fight this phenomenon. The prohibition of torture is enshrined in numerous international acts, as well as in the legislation of the Republic of Moldova. This article provides a definition of the concept of torture, including recommendations for reducing the phenomenon. The article was prepared by the Institute for Democracy (Moldova) and is funded by the European Union under the EIDHR (European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights) Program.

The ability of human rights activists to perform their work independently without any retaliation and with strong support from officials on all kevels is a definitive hallmark of any healthy society. They help the government to become aware of the problems and thus provide changes in the mindset of the society so that torture or cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment never happen in the future. This article was prepared by the Institute for Democracy (Moldova). This article is funded by the European Union (European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights). Opinions expressed in the article do not necessarily represent those of the European Union.