Euthanasia: A good death or an act of mercy killing: A global scenario

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Clinical Ethics 17 (2):118-121 (2022)
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Euthanasia has been a subject of debate worldwide. It has brought up multiple controversies in different countries and among different societies. Over the years, euthanasia has been an active topic of research in the field of bioethics, owing to its numerous ethical and legal implications. In this article, we take a brief look into the laws and legislation surrounding euthanasia in different parts of the world.

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