The Role of the Institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Promoting the Rule of Law in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Abstract

Reason for writing and research problem(s): The state mechanism of Bosnia and Herzegovina is based on respect for human dignity. Hu-man rights are universal, indivisible and inalienable and represent the imperative of freedom. In accordance with Article II of the Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina, it is stated that Bosnia and Herzegovina and both entities ensure the highest level of internatio-nally recognized human rights and fundamental freedoms. Proportionally, the rule of law is one of the basic principles for the realization of human rights and freedoms. The dignity of the individual can be enhanced by promoting the rule of law. In order to promote the rule of law in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina has been established.

Aims of the paper ( scientific and/or social): The aim of this paper is to present the activities of the Institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Methodology/Design: General scientific methods were used in the research. No special data collection methods were used to review the available literature on the role of the Institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina in promoting the rule of law in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Research/Paper limitation: The limitations of this research are rela-ted to the lack of results on discrimination in Bosnia and Herzegovina. For the purpose of further research, it is useful to state the results of the Institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina on the phenomena of discrimination in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Results/Findings: The institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina has an important role to play in strengthening democracy, the rule of law, good governance and the protection and promotion of human rights and fundamental freedoms. The rule of law creates an environment in which the dignity of the individual is affirmed. The rule of law guarantees the definition of institutional forms of protection. Effective protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms is of the utmost importance for Bosnia and Herzegovina.

General Conclusion: The rule of law is a basic principle of the Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which confirms that Bosnia and Herzegovina symbolizes a democratic state that operates on the basis of the rule of law. Promoting the rule of law is the main task of the Institution of Human Rights Ombudsman. The institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina contributes to the disciplinary application of applicable regulations and has the task of acting on individual or group complaints of citizens or acting ex officio. As such, the Institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina has the task of providing citizens with access to information. In order to protect citizens, the Institution of Human Rights Ombudsman of Bosnia and Herzegovina conducts an investigation into violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms, works to eliminate violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms, takes guidelines on the implementation of issued recommendations and contributes to good governance and strengthening the rule of law in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Research/Paper Validity: The results of the research should justify both the scientific and social significance of this paper.