Calling upon Governments to respect the independence of the members of the Sub-Commission, Reaffirming that the systematic preparation of well-researched studies, reports and draft international instruments continues to be one of the most important elements of the expert work of the Sub-Commission and of its contribution to the work of the Commission, Noting the growing number of resolutions and decisions adopted by the Sub-Commission every year. Stressing the valuable role that the Sub-Commission, as a body of independent experts, can play, inter alia, in addressing new developments in the field of human rights and also in providing a forum for the contributions of non-governmental organizations in the field of new developments. Mindful of the important contribution in general that non-governmental organizations in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council make to the work of the Sub-Commission, in conformity with the principles embodied in Council resolutions 1296 (XLIV) of 23 May 1968 and 1919 (LVIII) of 5 May 1975, Welcoming Sub-Commission decision 1989/104 of 30 August 1989, by which it established a sessional working group to prepare an overview and an analysis of the suggestions and proposals which have been made in order to enable the Sub-Commission to discharge better its responsibilities in dealing with the protection and promotion of human rights, and which would include, in particular, suggestions and proposals made by the Commission, Convinced that it is highly appropriate for the Commission to give considered attention to the work of the Sub-Commission and thereby maintain the effectiveness of both bodies in their respective roles, Reaffirming that it remains important for the Commission to give guidance to the Sub-Commission, and for the Sub-Commission to follow it, in order to ensure the complementarity of its activities with those of the Commission, -140-1. Reaffirms that the Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the role and activities of the Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities, which is a body that deals with human rights issues. The text mentions the preparation of studies, reports, and draft international instruments, as well as the importance of non-governmental organizations' contributions. This suggests that the category is likely to be related to human rights or social issues.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Education