post-natal period; all these benefits apply in conformity with the law. 19. Article 94 of the Social Security Act stipulates that women workers covered by the social security scheme who have paid 16 weekly pa 3rments within the 39 weeks preceding the birth are entitled to maternity leave. Similarly, article 95 of the Act establishes that the maternity allowance shall be equivalent to 60 per cent of the average weekly wage, calculated on the same basis as sick pay, and shall be granted for the four weeks preceding and the eight weeks following the birth, during which time the beneficiary must be on leave. 20. According to Ministry of Health statistics, 82,599 pre-natal and 6,635 post-natal check-ups were performed in 1981. The figures rose sharply in 1988, with 124,450 pre-natal and 41,438 post-natal check-ups. 21. The Social Security Act lays down specific measures for helping mothers to support their children in the event of the death or absence of their husbands; these measures include help with funeral expenses, widow's benefits, orphan's benefits and allowances for other surviving dependants.E/1986/3/Add.l5 page 4 22. Articles 75 and 76 of the Constitution stipulate that all children have equal rights. This means that there is no discrimination between children born in or out of wedlock. All children are legitimate. In our legislation, no provisions or classifications that diminish or deny equality among children have any value. 23. Again, the State shall also set up programmes and develop special centres for minors who have the right to any measures of prevention, protection and education they require, from their family, society and the State. Furthermore, the Constitution prohibits the employment of minors in jobs which might be detrimental to their normal development or compulsory education. Children and adolescents are also protected against any form of economic and social exploitation.
**Analysis**
The text primarily discusses the laws and policies related to maternity, child welfare, and family support in a country. It mentions specific articles of the Social Security Act, Constitution, and Ministry of Health statistics, indicating a focus on social and healthcare issues.

**Category**
Health, Employment