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10. The right to live with dignity under Article 21 includes the right to die with dignity. Discuss in light of various judicial pronouncements by the Apex Court on this matter. Also, critically examine the various issues associated with the Medical Treatment of Terminally Ill Patients Bill 2016.

Approach:

The student has to understand what is being asked here specifically, especially because Euthanasia has been in the news in recent months.

Introduce the debate on Euthanasia. Mention the provisions of Article 21 of the constitution.

Give the arguments for or against along with some contemporary examples.