Older persons constitute a significant and growing section of the global population, making their protection an important concern under international law. Although there is no comprehensive and legally binding international convention exclusively dedicated to the rights of older persons, various international human rights instruments, declarations, and policy frameworks recognize and protect their rights. These rights are derived from the principles of equality, dignity, non-discrimination, and respect for human rights. However, the absence of a specific binding treaty has resulted in significant challenges in ensuring effective protection for elderly persons. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) provides the foundation for the rights of all individuals, including elderly persons. It guarantees the right to life, liberty, security, equality before the law, social security, adequate standards of living, healthcare, and participation in society. These universal rights apply equally to older persons without discrimination based on age. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) further strengthen the protection of elderly persons. The ICCPR safeguards civil and political freedoms such as equality before the law, freedom from torture, and protection of personal liberty. The ICESCR recognizes the rights to social security,