Euthanasia (mercy killing) was first legalized in

Switzerland

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Netherland

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Solution

The correct option is B Netherland
Euthanasia is the practice of intentionally ending a life in order to relieve pain and suffering. The Netherland's parliament passed a bill legalizing euthanasia on February 20 $^{t h}$ , 2008 becoming the first country to do so.
Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

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