It’s undeniable that the experimenting of vaccines and medicines on animals has saved countless lives. From eradicating deadly diseases to developing life saving treatments, animal testing has played a very important role in advancing healthcare and ensuring the safety of drugs before they are used on humans. But the question of whether it is ethical or not remains a complex issue. My own answer would be yes—it is ethical, but with conditions.
I believe that God gave humans authority over animals. However, this authority does not mean we have the right to maltreat them or subject them to unnecessary pain. Animals, just like we humans, feel pain and emotions, and this should not be overlooked. But if the use of animals in experiments is crucial to saving as many human lives as possible, I don’t see it as a big deal. I feel it becomes a way of saving millions of lives at the expense of a few. That said,i feel it’s essential to acknowledge that this authority comes with the responsibility to treat animals with care and respect.
When asked whether it is fair to use animals like guinea pigs and lab rats for experiments, I would say no—it’s not fair. Animals have souls, and just as we value our lives as humans, we should also value the lives of animals. They deserve to be treated with dignity and not just killed solely for experimental purposes. Even though their use in scientific experiments might be justified for the greater good, it doesn’t change the fact that subjecting them to such practices isn’t fair from their perspective. It’s a moral conflict because, even though I understand the necessity of using animals for experiments, I can’t help but empathize with them.
In my opinion, animals can still be used for the purpose of saving human lives, but only under strict ethical regulations. Scientists should ensure that these experiments are carried out in the most humane way possible, to minimise pain and distress. Furthermore, I believe we need to consider the long-term impact of using certain animals repeatedly. I believe over reliance on specific species for experiments could lead to their extinction, and this would not only harm biodiversity but could also affect our ecosystems. For instance, some species play vital roles in balancing the environment, and losing them would have consequences far beyond what we can predict.
Is there a way this can be averted? I genuinely believe that with the rapid advancement of science and technology, there would be more alternatives to animal testing . For instance it has been said that scientists have developed thingd like computer simulations and synthetic tissues that can replicate human biological responses. Although i found out these alternatives are not yet perfect, but then i do feel optimistic that in the future, science will find ways to achieve the same results without causing harm to animals.
I would say for now, though, we may have to accept that this is a part of life. Human progress often comes with sacrifices, and animal testing is one of those sacrifices that have contributed greatly to our survival and well-being. But this doesn’t mean we should become indifferent. I believe It’s our responsibility to ensure that animal testing is only used when absolutely necessary and that every effort is made to reduce suffering. At the same time, i believe we must continuue to strive and look for other ways by which animal testing can be replaced completely.
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