The living will law in India, also known as the Advanced Medical Directive, allows individuals to refuse medical treatment if they become terminally ill or are in a vegetative state.
The law, passed in 2018, permits individuals to create a living will, which is a written document specifying their medical treatment preferences.
The living will must be signed by the individual in the presence of two witnesses and countersigned by a judicial magistrate.
The law aims to protect patients' autonomy and dignity, ensuring they are not subjected to unnecessary medical interventions.
The living will can be revoked or altered by the individual at any time, and healthcare providers are legally bound to respect the individual's wishes as stated in the document.
