Article XVII: Digital Citizenship
Drawing from emerging discussions on digital human rights, this article aims to define and protect the rights and responsibilities of citizens in the digital realm.
Section 1: Digital Identity and Rights
1.1 Each citizen shall have a secure and private digital identity, maintained by a public authority, to access digital services.
1.2 Digital rights, mirroring civil rights in the physical world, shall be defined and protected by law.
Section 2: Digital Assembly and Speech
2.1 Citizens have the right to peacefully assemble in digital spaces, just as they do in physical ones.
2.2 Freedom of speech applies to digital platforms, with limitations comparable to those in the physical world to prevent hate speech, violence, and other illegal activities.
Section 3: Digital Literacy
3.1 Digital literacy is a basic right and shall be integrated into the educational curriculum.
3.2 Public campaigns shall be designed to improve the digital literacy of the general populace.
Section 4: Open Source Governance
4.1 Where possible, the government will use open-source software and transparent algorithms for decision-making to ensure accountability.
4.2 Citizens have the right to audit such algorithms for fairness, accuracy, and transparency.