This Decree maybe cited as the Fundamental Rights and Freedoms Decree 2000 and is deemed to have commenced on the 29th day of May, 2000. Laws made, and administrative and judicial actions taken, after the commencement of this Decree are subject to the provisions of this Decree. In considering the application of this Decree to particular legislation, a court shall interpret this Decree contextually, having regard to the content and consequences of the legislation, including its impact upon individuals, groups or communities. This Decree applies to all laws in force at the commencement of this Decree. To the extent that it is capable of doing so, this Decree extends to things done or actions taken outside Fiji.
Every person has the right to life.
A person shall not be arbitrarily deprived of life. A person shall not be held in slavery or servitude and shall not be required to perform forced labour.