(b) the full development of the human personality and the sense of its dignity; (c) the promotion of understanding, tolerance, gender sensitivity and friendship among all wo/men; (d) the enabling of all persons to participate effectively in a free society; (e) the furtherance of the activities of the U.N. for the maintenance of peace .  Use of Rights-Based Approach to Education Still part of strategy formulation in the area of right to education of ‘minorities’, and consistent with the international human rights instruments, may I recommend to use the rights-based approach framework, to define and flesh out the ‘minorities’ core education entitlements and freedoms, and establish in concrete terms the obligations of both State and non-State actors on fulfilling the right to education of ‘minorities’.  Policy Environment State and non-State actors have to be enjoined to establish a wholesome set of policies, legal and non-legal measures, on the right to education of ‘minorities’ and eradication of discrimination, biases and prejudices against ‘minorities’; and, that such policies, legal and non-legal measures have to be crafted in a manner that adheres to the above-mentioned human rights and rights-based principles. Policy-makers have to be reminded to always keep in mind the preservation of culture and respect, protection, promotion and fulfilment of IP rights. Participation of ‘minorities’ in policy formulation should not be limited to policies involving themselves, but also to policies concerning mainstream society. Thus, ‘minorities’ must be involved in all aspects of education program development cycle consisting of, but not limited to, curriculum development, development of learners’ materials, development of instructional materials, selection and development of teachers/faculty, and academic community-wide campaign for the right of ‘minorities’ to education and against discrimination, and conduct of monitoring and evaluation.  Effective Redress Mechanism/s States must also provide for effective redress mechanisms for any violation of the right to education of ‘minorities’. EQUAL ACCESS TO QUALITY EDUCATION FOR MINORITIES