Article 2 (right to life)

Article 2, the right to life, affirms that every individual has the inherent right to live. It obligates governments to protect this right by ensuring safety and security, and prohibits arbitrary deprivation of life. While it recognizes that this right can be limited in exceptional circumstances, such as lawful self-defense or criminal justice, it emphasizes that any deprivation must follow strict legal procedures. Essentially, it enshrines the fundamental principle that every person’s life is invaluable and should be protected by law from unjust harm.