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In sum, while proclaiming fundamental values for the respective state and people in a constitution is not uncommon, notably in the preamble, these should, mainly due to their broad application and often vague wording, never be used as a basis for restricting human rights and fundamental freedoms (see also par 100 infra). It is thus recommended to reconsider any wording in the current Draft Amendments that could imply such restrictive use.