NEPAD/HSGIC-03-2003/APRM/Guideline/OSCI 9 March 2003 b. The Conference of Security, Stability, Development and Cooperation (CSSDCA) Solemn Declaration (2000) c. African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights (1990) d. Grand Bay (Mauritius) Declaration and Plan of Action for the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights (1999) e. NEPAD Framework Document (2001) 2.4.2 Indicative Criteria a. Are the provisions of the constitution for democracy, human rights, the rule of law and the supremacy of the constitution clear and firm with adequate provisions for enforcement? b. Are the constitutionally mandated institutions for democracy, human rights, the rule of law and the supremacy of the constitution properly constituted and resourced for their effective functioning? c. What is being done to create an enabling environment for meaningful popular participation in all forms and levels of governance? d. What is the resulting state of democracy and political governance in the country? e. How easy or difficult is it to change the Constitution of the country? 2.4.3 Examples of Indicators a. Adequacy of express provisions in the constitution b. Effectiveness of democracy and law enforcement institutions c. Independence and effectiveness of Electoral Commission to ensure fair and free elections d. Adequacy of legal framework for free association and formation of nongovernmental organisations and unions e. Effectiveness of independent media in informing the public and providing freedom of expression Page 8 of 31