is informed consent and autonomy a value of a particular culture or is it a universal principle of ethics?

I say many people believe it's more of a universal principle but I'm not sure..

I say many people voted for the wrong principle.

Did the victims who "submitted" themselves to killing ovens live in a culture of informed consent?

By examining the social processes involved when humans consent to take part in anything (drug trials, marketing surveys, "experimental" medical procedures,gential mutation), one finds many of the processes are cultural and social in nature. Some submit because of submissive nature, or submit because they don't question those who have the semblance of authority. Some submit because they don't care. Yes, it the concept of informed consent being the panacea of ethics is flawed, it is not a universal characteristic of humans.

It's communications for ethics in health profession

That does not change Bobpursley's answer.

I guessed that. Informed consent is a current rage in medicine, so folks who practice medicine can put the blame on those who "submitted". Document is the second key panacea of this, if you have the informing, and consent, documented, you are viewed in the Legal system as "not guilty". It is in my opinion, very valuable for medical practitioners to not have guilt about errors and disasters, and "informed consent" ethics does not require perfection, just documentation, and one can lead a guilt free life.

Informed consent and autonomy are ethical principles that are generally regarded as universal rather than specific to any particular culture. These principles have emerged from an understanding of human rights and individual autonomy, which emphasize respect for individuals' ability to make choices about their own bodies, healthcare, and participation in research or decision-making processes.

To confirm this perspective, we can refer to academic sources or ethical frameworks that discuss the universality of informed consent and autonomy. For example, bioethics and medical ethics literature often emphasize the importance of respecting patient autonomy and obtaining informed consent in various cultural and societal contexts.

One well-known international ethical guideline is the Declaration of Helsinki, which provides principles for biomedical research involving human subjects. It explicitly affirms the importance of informed consent and respect for individual autonomy across cultures and countries. Similarly, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights also upholds the principles of autonomy and informed consent.

It is worth noting that while the principles of informed consent and autonomy are generally considered universal, their practical application and interpretation can vary across different cultural, religious, and legal contexts. For instance, some cultural practices or legal systems may have specific requirements or interpretations regarding informed consent and autonomy. Nevertheless, the underlying principles are rooted in the respect for individual autonomy, making them widely recognized ethical values.