The Rights of Nature (RoN) framework is often presented as a transformative legal paradigm that addresses the ecological crisis by recognising natural entities as legal subjects. However, this dominant narrative tends to oversimplify and universalise RoN, overlooking its diverse interpretations and applications. This article critically examines the theoretical and practical dimensions of RoN, questioning their assumed Indigenous roots, eco-centric nature, and decolonial potential. Through a comparative analysis of global legal experiences and a discussion of eco-centric versus non-centered approaches, the paper offers a more nuanced reading of RoN compared to recent scholarship - one that integrates Indigenous perspectives without reducing them to mere rhetorical justifications. Ultimately, it examines alternative frameworks grounded in ecological responsibility, the duty of care, and the concept of nonuse, proposing a critical pathway toward a more equitable and pluralistic approach to environmental governance.
Giacomini et al. (Thu,) studied this question.