Article 17. Family and state
I.
Family as a basic element of society is under special protection of the state.
II. Parents must take
care of their children and their education. The state controls implementation
of this responsibility.
III. Children who do
not have parents or guardians and are deprived of parental care are under the
protection of the State.
IV. It is prohibited
to involve children in activities that may threaten their lives, health, or
morality.
V. Children under the
age of 15 may not be employed for work.
VI. The State
supervises the implementation of children"s rights.