In addition to the clear categorization of a human rights approach, such approach also offers accountability and access to the international community. A human rights approach obligates duty bearers (usually States) to: 1) respect; 2) protect; and 3) fulfill human rights. In the context of the death penalty, this means not depriving the fundamental human rights—such as life—of those sentenced to crimes; taking positive steps to ensure the human rights of the accused and sentenced; and adopting national legislation to achieve full realization of the rights of these individuals.
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