Human Right to Environment

Objectives: The objectives of this research are to examine various legal aspects related to the right to a livable environment. This includes defining the right, elucidating its characteristics, exploring its sources and legal basis, and identifying the individuals entitled to enjoy this right. The research aims to contribute to both national and international understanding of how to protect and uphold this fundamental right. Methods: To achieve the stated objectives, this research employs a qualitative approach. It involves a comprehensive review and analysis of relevant international documents, treaties, and legal frameworks concerning human rights and environmental protection. Additionally, legal literature and scholarly articles addressing the right to a livable environment are reviewed and synthesized to provide a comprehensive understanding of the topic. Results: The examination of various legal aspects pertaining to the right to a livable environment reveals several key findings. Firstly, the right is defined as the entitlement of individuals to enjoy a clean, sound, and balanced environment while refraining from activities that may harm the environment. Secondly, the characteristics of this right include its universality, interdependence with other human rights, and its recognition in international and national legal frameworks. Thirdly, the research identifies the sources and legal basis of the right, which include international treaties, customary international law, and domestic legislation. Finally, the research elucidates the individuals entitled to enjoy this right, emphasizing its applicability to all human beings regardless of nationality or other distinctions. Conclusion: In conclusion, this research highlights the significance of the right to a livable environment in international and national efforts to protect human rights and safeguard the environment. By defining the right, elucidating its characteristics, exploring its sources and legal basis, and identifying its beneficiaries, the research contributes to a better understanding of how to protect and uphold this fundamental right. It underscores the importance of recognizing and fulfilling the right to a livable environment as both a right and a duty towards the environment, thus promoting sustainable development and environmental justice on a global scale.