An Analysis of the Evolving Law of Abortions in Light of Roe v. Wade Judgment
by Wasim Beg* and Shaaivi Shukla**
MTP Act
Foetus with severe cardiac anomaly, but pregnancy beyond 24 weeks: Can a mother be permitted for termination of pregnancy? Del HC explains in light of ‘mental health’ of mother
Delhi High Court: While explaining whether a pregnant woman can seek termination of pregnancy beyond 24 weeks, Jyoti Singh, J. (Vacation Judge)
Kar HC terminates 24 + week pregnancy of a rape surviving major who was a minor at the time of crime, on the opinion of Medical Board
Karnataka High Court: N S Sanjay Gowda, J., directed the Medical Practitioners to terminate the pregnancy in accordance with the provisions of
[MTP Act] Infringement of fundamental right to life of the victim heavily outweighs the right to life of the child in womb; Ori HC refuses to terminate 24+ week pregnancy of a rape victim
Orissa High Court: S. K. Panigrahi, J. disposed of the petition and refused to terminate 24+ week pregnancy of a rape victim.
Ori HC | Permission rejected to terminate unwanted pregnancy of unmarried ‘major’, physically handicapped and mentally retarded rape victim; Comprehensive Directions issued
Orissa High Court: Biswanath Rath J., allowed the petition in part and laid down comprehensive guidelines for the state to follow in