The Delhi High Court has urged lawmakers to frame a clear law on protecting the rights of a viable foetus while safeguarding maternal autonomy. The Court allowed a 15-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 27-week pregnancy, stressing urgent legislative clarity.
Calcutta High Court has sought an explanation from a group of doctors regarding the medical termination of a minor petitioner’s pregnancy. This action came after the court had specifically ordered the formation of a Medical Board to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of proceeding with the pregnancy termination, rather than authorizing the procedure itself. The […]
