Rossiter's case is likely to intensify the debate over euthanasia, or killing someone to end suffering, which remains illegal across Australia, and in most countries.

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Are you talking about a case of euthanasia, as I will not tolerate euthanasia?

BBC: Gladys Richards

It is being seen as a landmark case in India where euthanasia or mercy killing is illegal.

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The case galvanised activists from both sides of the euthanasia debate.

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