Eivind Ertesvag 
A 27-year-old man from India is going viral for a claim that has sparked debate around the world: he says he never consented to being born — and therefore shouldn’t have to work.
His name is Raphael Samuel, and his argument is as controversial as it is unusual.
Wants to sue his own parents
Samuel, a businessman from Mumbai, has publicly stated that he wants to sue his parents for bringing him into the world without his permission.
His reasoning?
If he never agreed to exist, he shouldn’t be forced to live a life of responsibility and work.
“I want everyone to realize that they are born without their consent. We should be provided for our entire lives,” he says to BBC.
The statement has triggered strong reactions — from laughter to serious philosophical debate.
Says parents should support children for life
Samuel argues that since no one chooses to be born, it’s unfair to expect people to work just to survive.
Instead, he believes parents should carry responsibility for their children — not just in childhood, but for life.
His views are rooted in a philosophy known as antinatalism, which questions whether it is morally right to bring children into a world filled with suffering and inequality.
A debate that divides opinions
While some see his argument as thought-provoking, others dismiss it as unrealistic and provocative.
Antinatalism itself isn’t new, but Samuel’s case has brought the discussion back into the spotlight — especially on social media.
His mother’s response goes viral
His parents have also responded to the controversy — and his mother’s reply has caught widespread attention.
“I’d be happy to accept blame, if someone can explain how I could have obtained his consent before he existed,” she said.
Many people online say her response perfectly captures the absurdity of the situation.
A story people can’t ignore
For some, this is a serious philosophical question about life and responsibility.
For others, it’s simply a bizarre protest against adulthood.
Either way, one thing is certain:
This story is making people talk.
