EUTHANASIA: ETHICAL, LEGAL, AND SOCIETAL PERSPECTIVES

Abstract

This study aims to comprehensively analyze the ethical, legal, and societal dimensions surrounding euthanasia, filling a critical gap in understanding the complexities of end-of-life care. The focus lies on elucidating the historical context, ethical underpinnings, legal frameworks, and societal considerations pertinent to euthanasia debates. Through a qualitative methodology integrating anthropological, historical, cultural, and social approaches, the research aims to provide a vivid exploration of diverse perspectives and experiences related to euthanasia. By synthesizing primary sources such as direct observations and verbal interactions with secondary sources comprising academic literature and online resources, this study aims to offer a nuanced understanding of euthanasia's multifaceted nature. The gap filled by this research lies in its comprehensive approach to navigating the intricate ethical dilemmas and legal complexities surrounding euthanasia, thereby contributing to informed discourse and policymaking in the sensitive domain of end-of-life care.