The promotion of the respect for human rights is one of the essential purpose of the United Nations. The commitment to promoting and encouraging respect for human rights and for fundamental freedoms for all without distinction as to race, sex, language or religion as stated in the Charter for the United Nations has guides the Organization in its efforts towards setting and implementing standards in the area of international human rights. The system of periodic reporting established within the context of all major international human rights instruments is the central element in monitoring the full and effective national implementation of international human rights standards. The reports submitted to independent expert bodies are expected to provide comprehensive information on the measures taken by a government to fulfill its commitments resulting from the ratification of or accession to a particular human rights convention. The reporting procedure establishes a government international accountability with regard to its human rights responsibilities.