Euthanasia is the deliberate taking of a person's life who has a chronic or terminal illness, usually in order to alleviate excruciating agony. Euthanasia is a complicated topic that involves medical duty, ethics, and the law.
In India, there are two primary types of euthanasia that are considered. A purposeful act to end life, like giving a fatal injection, is known as active euthanasia. In India, this is still prohibited.
In contrast, passive euthanasia is stopping life support and letting the patient pass away spontaneously. Strict legal regulations allow passive euthanasia.
A number of Supreme Court rulings have influenced India's legal stance on euthanasia. According to Article 21 of the Constitution, the court acknowledged terminally ill patients' right to a dignified death. It approved the idea of a "living will," which allows a person to express in advance that they do not want to receive life-prolonging therapy if they develop an irreparable medical condition, and it permitted passive euthanasia.
Strict precautions are required. Every case must be reviewed by medical boards, and the patient's or family's approval is necessary. The procedure seeks to protect patient autonomy while preventing abuse.
The topic of euthanasia is still up for debate. Critics worry about ethical abuse and pressure on fragile patients, while supporters view it as an act of kindness and dignity.
In general, only strictly controlled passive euthanasia is permitted by Indian legislation, which strikes a balance between medical ethics and human rights.
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