A/HRC/15/7 Child and Gender Protection Unit actively addressed issues related to gender-based violence. 29. The delegation referred to a study to assess the prevalence and impact of domestic violence, the outcome of which would be used to inform the enactment of legislation on domestic violence. 30. The delegation stated that it was necessary to proceed cautiously, beginning with sensitizing the public in order to pave the way for the establishment of a Human Rights Commission, and that the relevant draft legislation was already in place. 31. Lesotho was overdue in submitting some reports under certain human rights instruments owing to, inter alia, limited capacity. However, measures were being taken to address the situation. 32. Regarding an invitation to special procedure mandate holders, the delegation noted that Lesotho had already resorted to that function under APRM and found it to be quite adequate, and that duplication of efforts should be avoided. 33. The delegation indicated that the 2007 general election had never been subject to dispute. What had been disputed was the allocation of proportional representation seats. These were allocated by an independent body, IEC. Parties had agreed to amend relevant electoral laws in preparation for the 2012 general elections, while dialogue continued on the allocation of proportional representation seats and other outstanding issues. 34. The delegation concluded by indicating Lesotho’s ambition to move forward expeditiously towards best practice in the field of human rights. The pace was determined by the availability of the requisite resources and capacity, as well as the receptiveness of society. B. Interactive dialogue and responses by the State under review 35. During the interactive dialogue, 48 delegations made statements. Recommendations made during the dialogue are found in section II of the present report. 36. A number of delegations thanked Lesotho for its cooperation with the universal periodic review mechanism and commended the delegation for the consultative process for the preparation of the national report, as well as for the comprehensive presentation. 37. Nicaragua recognized Lesotho’s implementation of its strategic framework, Vision 2020. It noted that poverty and extreme poverty were the principal obstacles to the full enjoyment of human rights. It applauded Lesotho’s strategies of alternative development, adapted to its situation, with a view to achieving a stable democracy, peace and security, good governance and the full enjoyment of human rights. It noted the negative impact of the current economic and financial crisis on Lesotho’s economy. It asked about measures to harmonize its mixed judicial system with international human rights norms. It made recommendations. 38. Mexico noted Lesotho’s challenges, particularly under difficult economic and social conditions. It welcomed the implementation of Vision 2020, which identified areas of priority attention and programmes of structural adjustment for poverty reduction. It noted Lesotho’s adherence to and ratification of a number of international human rights instruments. It asked about the submission of overdue reports to treaty bodies and the incorporation of international obligations into national laws and norms. It expressed solidarity with Lesotho’s appeal for material, technical and financial assistance. It made recommendations. 6