The Karnataka government has authorized the 'right to die with dignity' for terminally ill patients with no hope of recovery, following a Supreme Court ruling. The decision mandates primary and secondary medical boards to oversee such cases, ensuring compliance with guidelines. This does not constitute euthanasia and applies only to non-responsive patients on life support.
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