Are Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights Truly Rights or Privileges?
The article discusses whether economic, social, and cultural rights should be considered as true rights or just privileges. It explores the challenges in defining and enforcing these rights, which require significant state resources for realization. Critics argue that these rights are not inherent but granted by the state based on available resources. The debate centers on whether states are obligated to uphold these rights and if they are enforceable. The research also examines efforts at the international and regional levels to implement these rights and their legal status within national jurisdictions.