EUTHANASIA AND ITS SOCIETAL IMPLICATIONS: A RESEARCH PAPER

AUTHOR – BLESSEN TOM CYRIAC, STUDENT AT SCHOOL OF LAW CHRIST DEEMED TO BE UNIVERSITY, BENGALURU

BEST CITATION – BLESSEN TOM CYRIAC, EUTHANASIA AND ITS SOCIETAL IMPLICATIONS: A RESEARCH PAPER, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 4 (1) OF 2024, PG. 127-133, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

Abstract

This paper examines the ethical issues surrounding euthanasia and assisted suicide, which have been widely debated by various stakeholders, such as physicians, legal experts, and the public. Through this paper, the author intends to provide an updated and comprehensive review of the relevant facts and arguments, as well as to clarify some common misconceptions and confusions. It adopts a narrative approach that follows the main line of reasoning that euthanasia is morally wrong and should not be legalized. It also discusses the potential risks and harms of legalizing euthanasia, and the alternative options that respect the dignity and autonomy of patients. The paper is intended for health-care professionals and general public who need to be well-informed and ethically competent in dealing with end-of-life decisions.

Keywords: Euthanasia, Physicians, Self-determination, Physician-assisted suicide