17 Protection of human rights

The DCFR itself recognises the overriding nature of this principle. One of the very first Articles provides that the model rules are to be read in the light of any applicable instruments guaranteeing human rights and fundamental freedoms.16. However, this is an overriding principle which is also reflected quite strongly in the content of the model rules themselves, most notably in the rules on non-discrimination in Books II and III17. and in many of the rules in Book VI on non-contractual liability arising out of damage caused to another.18. These rules could also be seen, of course, as examples of rules which foster justice and preserve and promote security. Principles overlap as well as conflict.