Right to Life

Definition

The right to life is a fundamental human right that guarantees individuals the inherent right to live and be protected by law from actions that could endanger their lives. It is recognized as a basic entitlement under international human rights law.

Related terms

Human Rights:

A set of rights that are believed to belong justifiably to every person, including civil and political rights such as freedom of expression.

International Law:

A body of rules established by treaty or custom that is recognized and enforced by nations as binding in their relations with one another.

Political Science:

An academic discipline that studies governments, public policies, political processes, political behavior, and ideas about government and politics