Right to an Adequate Standard of Living
/ˈraɪt tuː æn ˈædɪkwət ˈstændərd ʌv ˈlɪvɪŋ/
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- (n.) A human right entitling individuals to adequate access to essential resources and conditions for a decent life, including food, clothing, housing, and continuous improvement of living conditions.
The constitution guarantees the right to an adequate standard of living for all citizens.
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- right to an adequate standard of living
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Commentary
This right is fundamental in international human rights law, notably articulated in Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; its scope may vary in domestic law, often requiring progressive realization due to resource constraints.
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