Topic: Applied Ethics
5. An act of suicide cannot be said to be against religion, morality or public policy, and an act of attempted suicide has no baneful effect on society. In light of this statement, how far do you think euthanasia is ethically right? Give your opinion. 150 words
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude by Lexicon Publications.
Why the question:
SC has relaxed the guidelines for ‘ advance medical directive’ that it issued in its 2018 judgement by which it had legalised passive euthanasia under certain circumstances.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about how euthanasia – if it is ethical or unethical.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by defining euthanasia.
Body:
Start by explaining how suicide is a result of mental suffering, alternatively euthanasia – for physical suffering.
Next, give reasons why euthanasia is morally right or wrong by giving certain recent examples.
Conclusion:
Conclude by giving a balanced opinion.
