El principio jurídico del interés superior del menor ante la muerte de sus progenitores en el contexto ecuatoriano.

Abstract

The legal principle of the “best interests of the child” is a fundamental concept in family law and in the protection of children's rights. The purpose of this research is to analyze the legal principle of the best interests of the child in the event of the death of his or her parents. The methodological process was considered within the framework of a literature review, using legal journals and laws, in addition to the regulations in force relating to the legal principle of the best interests of the child in the event of the death of his or her parents. The analysis was carried out using an analytical-synthetic approach in order to determine the hierarchy of legal norms. Analysis of the information selected led to the conclusion that the legal principle of the best interests of the child in Ecuador is geared to ensuring the family, emotional and economic well-being of the child in this orphanage through guardianship or adoption procedures.