The Nationality Of Stateless Children In International Law

Gauri Vikram, Jindal Global Law school

ABSTRACT

The issue of stateless children is a pressing concern in international law. Children who are stateless are not recognized as nationals by any state, leaving them without the protections and benefits that come with citizenship. This abstract explores the legal framework surrounding the nationality of stateless children in international law. It discusses the relevant international conventions and treaties, as well as the obligations of states to prevent and reduce statelessness. The abstract also highlights the challenges that arise in determining the nationality of stateless children, particularly when their parents are also stateless or their birth is not registered. The paper concludes by emphasizing the need for greater efforts to address statelessness and to ensure that stateless children are granted nationality and the rights that come with it.