| 8 |
The NOCs perform the following tasks: |
| 8.1 |
They constitute, organize and lead their respective delegations at the Olympic Games and at the regional, continental or world multi-sports competitions patronized by the IOC. They decide upon the entry of athletes proposed by their respective national federations. Such selection shall be based not only on the sports performance of an athlete but also on his ability to serve as an example to the sporting youth of his country. The NOCs must ensure that the entries proposed by the national federations comply in all respects with the provisions of the Olympic Charter. |
| 8.2 |
They provide for the equipment, transportation and accommodation of the members of their delegations. They contract for the latters' benefit adequate insurance covering the risks of death, disability, illness, medical and pharmaceutical expenses and third party liability. They are responsible for the behavior of the members of their delegations.
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| 8.3 |
They have the sole and exclusive authority to prescribe and determine the clothing and uniform to be worn and the equipment to be used, by the members of their delegations on the occasion of the Olympic Games and in connection with all sports competitions and
ceremonies related thereto.
This exclusive authority does not extend to specialized equipment used by athletes of their delegations during the actual sports competitions. For the purposes of this rule, specialized equipment shall be limited to such equipment acknowledged by the NOC concerned as having a material effect on the performance of athletes, due to the specialized characteristics of the equipment. Any publicity in respect of any such specialized equipment must be submitted to the NOC concerned for approval if there is any reference, express or implied, to the Olympic Games. |
| 9 |
It is recommended that NOCs |
| 9.1 |
regularly organize (if possible each year) an Olympic Day or Week intended to promote the Olympic Movement. |
| 9.2 |
include in their activities the promotion of culture and arts in the fields of sports and
Olympism. |
| 9.3 |
participate in the programs of Olympic
Solidarity |
| 9.4 |
seek sources of financing which will enable them to maintain their autonomy in all respects. The collection of funds must, however, be accomplished in accordance with the Olympic Charter and in such a manner that the dignity and independence of the NOC are not harmed. |