forfølgelsesgrunnlag
Forfølgelsesgrunnlag is a Norwegian term that translates to "grounds for persecution" in English. It is a crucial concept within the framework of international refugee law and asylum procedures. When an individual seeks asylum in a country, they must demonstrate that they have a well-founded fear of persecution in their country of origin. This fear must be based on specific grounds, as defined by international conventions, most notably the 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol.
These recognized grounds for persecution are race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, and
Authorities responsible for processing asylum claims will carefully assess whether the evidence presented by the applicant