information contained in the- reports. Noting the political changes that had occurred in the country since 1988, they requested a copy of the new Constitution, particularly the parts relating to human rights, Members also asked how the role of the.military had been altered as a result of those political changes. 140. With reference to articles 1 and 2 of the Convention, members wished to know what special measures were being taken to ensure the adequate development of minorities. They asked, in particular, how many schools had been established for the Chinese population, which constituted the largest minority, and whether their language and culture were being preserved. Concerning the Indo-Chinese refugees, currently accommodated in a camp at Pusan, it was,asked whether such refugees could ultimately become Korean citizens. Additionally, members wished to know what measures were being taken to rectify the alleged discrimination and neglect of economic development in Cholla province. 141. With regard to article 4 of the Convention, clarification was sought as to why the Constitution did not address such important aspects of the Convention as civil rights and race. Members found it difficult to accept the claim that no racial discrimination existed in the country because of its homogeneous nature and Stressed that the Government had an obligation to enact legislation to give the force of law to the Convention's provisions. They expressed disappointment over the Government's continued failure to acknowledge this obligation. A student's self-immolation in protest at the presence of United States forces gave grounds for fearing that there might be an element of racial hostility in a political issue. Referring to the absence of complaints of racial discrimination in the courts, members wondered whether that could be due to the lack of information concerning the rights of individuals under the Convention or to the existence of obstacles to 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the implementation of international human rights conventions in a specific country, focusing on issues related to minority rights, citizenship, and alleged discrimination. The language and culture of minorities are also mentioned, suggesting a connection to education and culture.

**Category**
Human rights, Education, Culture