(2) Public meetings, demonstrations, and gatherings are permitted in accordance with the conditions and manner specified by law, provided that their purpose and means are peaceful and not contrary to morals. Article 45 [Petition] Every individual has the right to address the public authorities in writing over his signature. Only duly constituted organizations and bodies corporate have the right to address the authorities collectively. Article 46 [Asylum] Extradition of political refugees is prohibited. Article 47 [National Defense, Military Service] National defense is a sacred duty, and military service is an honor for citizens, which shall be regulated by law. Article 48 [Taxation, Minimum Standard of Living] Payment of taxes and public imposts is a duty in accordance with the law, which regulates exemption of small incomes from taxes in such a way as to maintain the minimum standard of living. Article 49 [Public Order, Public Morals] Observance of public order and respect for public morals are a duty incumbent upon all inhabitants of Kuwait. Part IV Powers Chapter I: General Provisions Article 50 [Separation and Constitutionality of Powers] The system of Government is based on the principle of separation of powers functioning in co-operation with each other in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution. None of these powers may relinquish all or part of its competence specified in this Constitution. 8