Question

Common Cause v. Union of India, (2018) 5 SCC 1 is quoted for

• A. Hanging by rope
• B. Delay in execution
• C. Living wills and passive euthanasia
• D. Custodial violence

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The case Common Cause v. Union of India, (2018) 5 SCC 1 is a landmark judgement in Indian legal history regarding the concept of living wills and passive euthanasia. 

The Supreme Court of India, in this case, held that individuals have the right to make an advance directive in the form of a living will, detailing how they wish to be treated in case of terminal illness or being in a vegetative state. 

This ruling is pivotal as it recognizes and upholds the autonomy and dignity of an individual in making end-of-life choices, affirming the constitutional right to a dignified death.