Abstract
The article is devoted to the analysis of cultural rights as an element of the legal status of a civil servant. International standards, domestic legislation, possible restrictions related to the public nature of public service are considered. The authors substantiate the need to harmonize individual rights and public duties, as well as propose ways to legally regulate and protect the cultural rights of civil servants. The authors analyze international standards, the legislation of the Kazakhstan, raise the issue of permissible restrictions on this right within the framework of public service. It is concluded that there is a need for a legal balance between personal freedom and the interests of public service. Taking into account world practice, ways to improve laws related to the protection of the cultural rights of civil servants are proposed. It is determined that cultural rights play an important role in raising the level of civil service. Ensuring the achievement of government servants' cultural rights as societal representatives and custodians of cultural values is particularly crucial in light of globalization and the growing focus on human rights problems. This calls for both the consolidation of laws and the establishment of conducive environments for their application in day-to-day operations. Specific methods for the protection of cultural rights, the creation of ethical standards, and professional development programs for civil officials that prioritize respect and observance of cultural values could be the focus of future research in this field. The authors' perspective.