Right to Water
/ˈraɪt tə ˈwɔːtər/
Definitions
- (n.) A fundamental human right guaranteeing access to sufficient, safe, acceptable, physically accessible, and affordable water for personal and domestic use.
The constitution enshrines the right to water as essential for public health and dignity.
- (n.) A legal entitlement enforceable against the state or private actors to ensure equitable distribution and protection of water resources.
Various international treaties recognize the right to water as binding on signatory states.
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- right to water
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Commentary
The right to water is often framed within human rights law and international environmental law, emphasizing both individual access and broader resource management obligations.
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