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This country recognizes euthanasia, people over the age of 18 can request death for themselves

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New Delhi: Portugal: There has been an uproar in many countries of the world regarding euthanasia. Whenever people have requested the government about this, it has been debated in many countries. Where one side justifies it, the other opposes it. It is a matter of dispute in every continent of the world. Although some countries have recognized euthanasia, but one more name has been added to it. This country is a European country Portugal. The Euthanasia Bill was agreed upon four times in three years. But the President of this country opposed it every time. Although now it has been recognized.

The Parliament of Portugal has given legal recognition to euthanasia. People over the age of 18 can apply for assisted dying here. But they have to fulfill some important terms and conditions. According to a Guardian report, after a long-standing battle over euthanasia in Portugal, the country’s parliament has now legalized euthanasia.

 

What are the terms and conditions required for euthanasia in Portugal?
Not everyone can misuse the legal recognition of euthanasia. Those who are suffering from intolerable pain or suffering are the only ones eligible for euthanasia. or is suffering from a disease which is incurable. Conservative President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa opposed it. However, a large number of people also supported it, due to which it has now got legal recognition. However, this legal recognition is only for residents living in Portugal. No foreigner can come here and apply for euthanasia. According to a report, the country approved this law on Friday after a long battle.