Who invented protection?

The concept of protection can be attributed to various individuals and cultures throughout history, as it encompasses a wide range of practices, from personal safety measures to legal rights. In a legal context, the idea of protection evolved over centuries through the development of laws and social contracts, rather than being the invention of a single person. Notably, ancient civilizations, such as the Babylonians with their Code of Hammurabi, established early forms of legal protection. In contemporary terms, the evolution of protections in human rights and social justice has been shaped by many thinkers, activists, and movements rather than one inventor.