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Smoking is common around us!

Did you know that smokers have rights?
But did you know that people also have the right to avoid smoking!

This time, let's learn about the rights related to smoking.

Right to Smoke

The right to smoke refers to the individual’s right to smoke without any restrictions.
It is a right that has freedom of privacy atits core.

Non-smokers’ Rights

On the other hand, the non-smokers' right refers to "non-smokers' right to refuse to smell orinhale smoke in public places".
It is a right linked not only to individual freedom but also to the right to life

These two rights often come into conflict with each other, and in 2004, the Constitutional Court ruled that
"the right to smoke is a right to privacy, and the right to not smoke is a higher fundamental right
because it is linked to life".

To ensure that neitherright isviolated, Article 9, Paragraph 4 of the National Health Promotion Act designates
non-smoking areas, and a system is being built to prevent conflicts between the two rights.

Let's try to protect each other's rights with consideration for each other
in order to builda society where everyone is happy.

Non-smoking areas

refer to areas where smoking is prohibited according to Article 9,
Paragraph 4 of the National Health Promotion Act.

Now, what are the spaces designated as non-smoking areas?
Non-smoking areas 1

Facilities for children
and youth activities

Non-smoking areas include educational facilities such as daycare centers and schools, youth activity facilities, and children's play facilities.Smoking by minors is prohibited by law, so of course they shouldn't engage in any form of smoking.

Non-smoking areas 2

Facilities used by many people

In addition, there are waiting rooms and platforms for transportation-related facilities such as airports, subway stations, and train stations. There are designated smoking areas in such facilities that are frequently used by people.

Non-smoking areas 3

Other public
facilities

Smoking is also prohibited in many places such as government offices and public institutions, medical institutions, academies, and concert halls. In areas where smoking is not allowed, be sure to comply withthe rulesby checking once more!