Correct option is D
Article 15 of the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948, specifically states that "Everyone has the right to a nationality." It further emphasizes that no one shall be arbitrarily deprived of their nationality or denied the right to change their nationality.
Explanation:
Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR):
· The
UDHR is a milestone document in the history of human rights, establishing fundamental rights and freedoms that are to be universally protected.
Article 15 of the UDHR asserts the right of every individual to a nationality, which is a basic aspect of identity and legal recognition.
· The declaration also protects individuals from being arbitrarily deprived of their nationality, ensuring that everyone has the right to belong to a state.
Key Points of Article 15:
1.
Right to a Nationality: Every person has the right to be recognized as a national of a country.
2.
Protection Against Statelessness: No one can be arbitrarily denied their nationality or the right to change it, preventing cases of statelessness, which leaves individuals without the protection of any country.
Additional Knowledge:
(a) Geneva Convention, 1951
The
Geneva Convention, 1951, specifically addresses the status of refugees, outlining the rights of individuals who are unable or unwilling to return to their country of origin due to persecution. It does not focus on the right to a nationality.
(b) United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
The
UNHCR is an agency that provides protection and assistance to refugees and stateless individuals but does not directly guarantee the right to a nationality.
(c) European Council on Refugees and Exilés (ECRE)
The
ECRE is a network of non-governmental organizations in Europe that promotes the rights of refugees and asylum seekers. It works to protect the rights of displaced persons but does not specifically focus on the right to nationality.
