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"(b) Refrain from engaging in violence against women and exercise due diligence to prevent, investigate and, in accordance with national legislation, punish acts of violence against women, whether those acts are perpetrated by the State or by private persons."

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UN Women: Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, para. 124.b

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Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action

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States should ensure that violence, including online, does not undermine women's rights, including political participation and representation.