Enhancing the Imperative of Ensuring the Right to a Clean Environment A Case Study on Jakarta's Air Pollution through the Lens of Human Rights

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This study delves into the intricate relationship between human rights and environmental issues, particularly focusing on the concerning issue of air pollution in Jakarta, Indonesia. The research explores the profound impact of rising air pollution levels exceeding WHO limits on the fundamental rights of the city's residents, encompassing rights to health, life, and overall well-being. It scrutinizes the complex factors contributing to Jakarta's air pollution predicament and its multi-dimensional implications. Additionally, the study underscores the urgency of devising effective environmental policies and regulations while emphasizing the need to integrate a human rights perspective in environmental planning. The analysis underscores the imperative of achieving a harmonious balance between sustainable development and the preservation of human rights in the face of escalating air pollution.