No Court Can Compel a Woman or Minor to Continue Pregnancy Against Her Will: Supreme Court Permits 15-Year-Old’s Medical Abortion

Today, On 24th April, The Supreme Court observed that no court can compel a woman, especially a minor, to carry a pregnancy against her will, emphasising reproductive autonomy. It permitted a 15-year-old girl to medically terminate her pregnancy despite crossing seven months gestation.

No Court Can Compel  A Woman, Especially A Minor: Supreme Court Allows Termination Of 30-Week Unwanted Pregnancy

Today, On 6th February, Supreme Court allows termination of a 30-week unwanted pregnancy, emphasizing that reproductive autonomy is a fundamental right for women.The Court stated that no court can force a woman, especially a minor, to continue an unwanted pregnancy.