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Convention (III) relative to the Treatment of Prisoners of War. Geneva, 12 August 1949.
Part III : Captivity #Section II : Internment of prisoners of war #Chapter V : Religious, intellectual and physical activities
ARTICLE 38Database 'IHL - Treaties & Comments', View 'COMART'

    While respecting the individual preferences of every prisoner, the Detaining Power shall encourage the practice of intellectual, educational, and recreational pursuits, sports and games amongst prisoners, and shall take the measures necessary to ensure the exercise thereof by providing them with adequate premises and necessary equipment.
    Prisoners shall have opportunities for taking physical exercise, including sports and games, and for being out of doors. Sufficient open spaces shall be provided for this purpose in all camps.

 
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