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So, if we apply deontology to the question of whether active euthanasia is sometimes permissible, the verdict would be likely that active euthanasia which is not permissible.
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So, deontology is a ethical theory that focus on inherent moral duties and obligations that individuals have regardless of the consequences of their action.
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In deontology, there are certain moral rules or principles that must be followed and these rules are considered to be universal or and absolute.
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So, one of the three principles in deontology is a principle of respect for autonomy which states that individuals have right to make their own decisions and have control over their own lives.
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So, it also emphasizes the principles of non -malifiance which states that individuals have a duty to avoid causing harm to others.
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So, in case of active euthanasia where a person intentionally causes the death of the another person to end their suffering, it can be argued that this action goes against the principle of non -malifiancy.
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So, additionally it also emphasizes the principle of human dignity which states that individuals have an inherent worth and should be treated with dignity and respect and some argues that it is treating human life as disposable and reducing the value of human value...