Euthanasia: Ethical or Non-Ethical

Abstract

‘Euthanasia’ is a compound of two Greek words ‘eu’ and ‘Thanatos’ meaning, a good death. It is a practice
of intentionally ending life to relieve from suffering and pain which are immeasurable within human limits.
Basically it’s ending of life for the impaired, which is unable to achieve ‘moksha’ even after persistently
or willingly trying to. In medical language, ‘termination of life by doctors at request by the patient’s close
relatives or attendants for patient bedridden for years struggling and unable to revive. Euthanasia is a
complex matter of concern. It poses both, positive and negative implications which should be worked on
and implemented under guidelines by administrations at different settings. As certain developed nations
have legalized Euthanasia, their proposals and recommendations for considerations can be considered as a
base for projecting Euthanasia in developing countries like India.