Legal recognition

Germany has directive principles that contribute to the realization of the right to adequate food. [Party to the ICESC 1973 by ratification]

Constitutional Recognitions of the Right to adequate food

Directive Principles of state policy

Article 1:”The German people therefore acknowledge inviolable and inalienable human rights as the basis of every community, of peace and justice in the world.”

National Status of International Obligations

Article 25: “The general rules of international law shall be an integral part of federal law. They shall take precedence over the laws and directly create rights and duties for the inhabitants of the federal territory.”