Q.4) While filling a form for driving license in RTO office, you come to know about a clause in the form where there was organ donation consent form which stated: "Organ Donation: Upon my death I am willing to donate the following - there were then a set of boxes labelled - eyes, liver, kidney, any organ and none, together with a place for her signature." Lady at the counter explains that this form of camping has been promoted by NGOs for the larger interest for humanity, however it is voluntary and you can escape it if you are not finding it of any worth. You are not sure about giving consent. You come out of the office without filling the form. Later that evening you decided to talk to your mother. When you explained about your anxiety, your mother replied that you should follow your heart in the matter of organ donation. Answer the following questions based on the above case study: (a) From a utilitarian perspective, should you agree to donate her organs? Provide an analysis. (b) From a Kantian perspective, would refusing to donate one's organ violate a moral duty? - Civilsdaily

Q.4) While filling a form for driving license in RTO office, you come to know about a clause in the form where there was organ donation consent form which stated: “Organ Donation: Upon my death I am willing to donate the following – there were then a set of boxes labelled – eyes, liver, kidney, any organ and none, together with a place for her signature.” Lady at the counter explains that this form of camping has been promoted by NGOs for the larger interest for humanity, however it is voluntary and you can escape it if you are not finding it of any worth. You are not sure about giving consent. You come out of the office without filling the form. Later that evening you decided to talk to your mother. When you explained about your anxiety, your mother replied that you should follow your heart in the matter of organ donation. Answer the following questions based on the above case study: (a) From a utilitarian perspective, should you agree to donate her organs? Provide an analysis. (b) From a Kantian perspective, would refusing to donate one’s organ violate a moral duty?

Answer: (a) From a utilitarian perspective, should you agree to donate her organs? Provide an analysis. Utilitarianism, as a form … Continue reading Q.4) While filling a form for driving license in RTO office, you come to know about a clause in the form where there was organ donation consent form which stated: “Organ Donation: Upon my death I am willing to donate the following – there were then a set of boxes labelled – eyes, liver, kidney, any organ and none, together with a place for her signature.” Lady at the counter explains that this form of camping has been promoted by NGOs for the larger interest for humanity, however it is voluntary and you can escape it if you are not finding it of any worth. You are not sure about giving consent. You come out of the office without filling the form. Later that evening you decided to talk to your mother. When you explained about your anxiety, your mother replied that you should follow your heart in the matter of organ donation. Answer the following questions based on the above case study: (a) From a utilitarian perspective, should you agree to donate her organs? Provide an analysis. (b) From a Kantian perspective, would refusing to donate one’s organ violate a moral duty?