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crime.
Owing to this, various countries have greatly varying legal stance towards
euthanasia.
Euthanasia has been criminalized by the likes of Philippines, Australia,
New Zealand and the United Kingdom. These nations saw several failed
attempts to legalize euthanasia.
There are some nations which allow ending a terminally ill persons life if
the person or next of kin consents. However, several conditions govern
the definition of the term terminally ill. Legalizing euthanasia in these
nations aims at preventing any further distress and suffering to the person.
Euthanasia is legal in Colombia, Luxembourg, Canada and Belgium.
Conclusion:
Euthanasia is a topic which touches various aspects of our society. It requires
a focused perspective considering all the pros and cons. The dilemmas
regarding the legal issues surrounding euthanasia are often due to the ethical
aspects which raises question about the rights of a person to take someone
elses life. The debate over the ethicality of euthanasia is a never-ending one.
Hence, to resolve this conflict between pain and death, the sooner that a
comprehensive law on the subject is enacted, the better it will be for society.
Even if permitted, euthanasia should be used in deserving cases only, that too
sincerely, honestly and consciously under strict control and supervision of a
statutory body.