Table 1 Correspondence between four central human functional capabilities [21] and articles of the United Declaration of Human Rights [12]
Central Human Functional Capabilities | Articles of the United Declaration of Human Rights |
|---|---|
Life. Living to the end of natural human life, not dying prematurely or before one's life is reduced as not worth living | Article 3. The right to life, liberty and security of person |
Bodily health. Able to have good health, to be adequately nourished, and have adequate shelter | Article 25. The right to a standard of living adequate for health and well-being, including food, clothing, housing and medical care and necessary social services, and the right to security in the event of unemployment, sickness, disability, widowhood, or old age |
Bodily Integrity. Able to move freely from place to place, secure against violent, sexual and domestic assault | Article 13. The right to freedom of movement and residence within the borders of each state |
Play. Able to laugh and play and enjoy recreational activities | Article 24. The right to rest and leisure |