X. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHILD 234. The State Party has undertaken several legislative, judicial, administrative and other specific measures to ensure that children in its jurisdiction do effectively discharge their duties in light of Article 31 of the Charter. This part also sets out the major factors and difficulties encountered and progress achieved in implementing the relevant provisions of the Children's Charter. 235. The Law of the Child Act (2009) (applicable in the Mainland) as well as the Zanzibar Children Act (2011) have all incorporated specific provisions as regards to the general responsibilities of the child in the context of the Charter. According to these laws, a child among other things shall have a duty to: (i) work for the cohesion of the family (ii) respect his parents, guardians, superiors and elders of all times and assist them in case of need. (iii) Serve his community and nation by placing his physical and intellectual abilities at its service in accordance with his age and ability. (iv) Preserve and strengthen social and national cohesion (v) Preserve and strength the positive social cultural values of his community and the nation in general in relation to other members of the community or the nation. 236. Similarly, para 63 of the Child Development Policy (2008) (applicable in Tanzania Mainland) has provided a policy statement “Children have to adhere directives, advise and trainings from the parents, guardians and the community. 65

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