The Impact Of Climate Change On Fundamental Human Rights, Including The Right To Life, Health, Water, Food, And Shelter
- IJLLR Journal
- Jul 10
- 1 min read
Poovarasan R, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Katankulathur
ABSTRACT
Climate change is not only an environmental issue, it is fundamentally a human rights crisis, with profound implications for the realization of basic rights such as the right to life, health, water, food, and shelter. Vulnerable communities, particularly those in developing regions, bear the brunt of climate-induced adversities, facing heightened risks of displacement, food insecurity, water scarcity, and health crises.
This research seeks to unravel the complex interplay between climate change and impact on human rights, examining how environmental degradation disproportionately affects marginalized populations, thereby amplifying existing social, economic, and political inequalities. It highlights the shortcomings of existing policies and underscores the need for a rights-based approach to climate action that prioritizes equity, sustainability, and resilience.
Through an analysis of case studies from various regions, this research illustrates the tangible consequences of climate change on fundamental rights and explores innovative strategies to mitigate these impacts. By advocating for the integration of human rights principles into global and local climate policies, this research aims to foster a holistic approach to climate action that safeguards human dignity and promotes social justice in the face of an unprecedented environmental crisis.
