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Spain Legalises Euthanasia, Becomes 4th European Nation To Do So
Spain on March 18 became the fourth European country to legalise euthanasia in certain circumstances. Effective from June 2021, the law allows adults to end their lives provided that they are suffering from "unbearable pain" due to "incurable" diseases. Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez said that the decision has made the country "more humane, fairer and freer". While the new law garnered support from centre and left-wing parties, conservative and… read-more
Tags: Euthanasia, Spain, Madrid, Pedro Sanchez
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New Zealanders Stand United for 'Euthanasia'; Divided On 'Recreational-Marijuana' Use
People of New Zealand have, in huge majority, favoured legalizing euthanasia while opinions are still divided on use of ‘recreational marijuana’. Both the proposals had gone for a binding referendum and the special votes are yet to be counted. Supporting euthanasia, a lawmaker said it will help people attain a dignified death. Those against marijuana argued that, if legalized, it could be a cause for mental-health problems and accidents.
Tags: New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern, Referendum, Euthanasia, Marijuana
Courtesy: New Indian Express
