What is Passive Euthanasia?
The Supreme Court recently denied an elderly couple's request for “passive euthanasia” for their 30-year-old son. Passive euthanasia involves allowing a patient to die by intentionally withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatment, unlike active euthanasia, which requires specific actions to end life. This method typically includes stopping mechanical ventilation, artificial nutrition, hydration, or aggressive medical treatments. In 2018, the Supreme Court of India recognized passive euthanasia and affirmed the right of individuals, including the terminally ill, to create advance directives, also known as “living wills.” These directives let individuals specify their preferences for medical treatment if they become incapacitated. The court mandated strict safeguards to prevent misuse and ensure decisions reflect the patient's true wishes
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