'Imagine the pain, humiliation': SC urges Centre to allow abortion beyond 20 weeks for rape survivors
The Supreme Court has urged the Centre to permit abortions beyond the current 20-week limit for survivors of rape, emphasizing the emotional and psychological trauma they endure. The court highlighted the need for compassion and legal flexibility in cases involving sexual violence. It called for a reevaluation of existing abortion laws to better protect the rights and dignity of rape survivors.
- ▪The Supreme Court has recommended allowing abortions beyond 20 weeks for rape survivors.
- ▪The court emphasized the physical, emotional, and psychological distress faced by survivors.
- ▪Current Indian law generally restricts abortions to 20 weeks, with limited exceptions.
- ▪The judgment calls for a more humane and flexible interpretation of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act.
- ▪The Centre is being urged to amend guidelines to align with constitutional rights and reproductive justice.
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