Legal principles relevant to the criminalization of starvation of civilians

Abstract

Abstract: There are many legal principles related to the crime of starvation, including international humanitarian law, which affects individuals in times of war. Here, these principles must be taken into account during conflicts of all kinds to avoid starvation as a means or as a result, with the possibility of taking into account the intent and purpose of starvation. As for what was mentioned in some others, it was mentioned in international human rights law. These principles act to protect civilians in times of peace. Here, starvation comes in opposition and as a violation of the human right to obtain the necessities of life, including food, water, and a livable environment. Starvation will inevitably be a means and cannot be described as a result. It can only be carried out in one way, as you will see by examining the topic in two sections. The first will be held to examine the principles of international humanitarian law.

International humanitarian law includes many legal principles related to the crime of starvation of civilians. Among the most important of these principles are two important principles: the first is the principle of distinction between civilians and military personnel. The other principle is the principle of military necessity. The first is useful in revealing the intent of starvation, making it easy to prove, and the necessity of taking into account the difference between the two categories in conflicts. Here, knowing one category is useful in knowing the other category. The second principle is useful in determining whether starvation is a result or used as a means. Here, responsibility will be inflicted according to the description of starvation.