Right to Food
/ˈraɪt tə fuːd/
Definitions
- (n.) A human right that guarantees individuals access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food to maintain an adequate standard of living.
The right to food obliges governments to ensure that all citizens have reliable access to nutrition.
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Commentary
The right to food is often framed within international human rights treaties and policies emphasizing state obligations to respect, protect, and fulfill this right.
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