Common Cause vs Union of India — Passive Euthanasia and Living Will case

Updates

1. News9 Mar 2018

   Following landmark Supreme Court judgment, India joins league of select nations which allow passive euthanasia

   However, this is not the case for passive assisted suicide.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court allowed passive euthanasia, meaning people can choose to stop life-sustaining medical treatment.

   Who:

   The Supreme Court of India is the judicial body that made this decision, and Common Cause is the group that brought the case against the Union of India.

   When:

   Reported on 9 Mar 2018.

   Where:

   Supreme Court of India.

   Why:

   The court ruled that individuals have the right to die with dignity through a living will.

   What it means:

   People can now create a formal document setting out their wishes to refuse medical support if they become terminally ill.

   Firstpost
2. News9 Mar 2018

   Explained | Supreme Court’s landmark judgment on passive euthanasia, living will

   SC was hearing a plea by NGO Common Cause to declare 'right to die with dignity' as a fundamental right within the fold of right to live with dignity.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court allowed passive euthanasia and the use of living wills.

   Who:

   The Supreme Court of India is the judicial body that made this decision.

   When:

   Reported on 9 Mar 2018.

   Where:

   Supreme Court of India.

   Why:

   The court decided that individuals have a right to die with dignity.

   What it means:

   People can now create a living will to refuse life-sustaining treatment if they become terminally ill.

   Hindustan Times