MTP cannot be denied merely because woman is unmarried: SC relief to pregnant woman

Published On 2022-07-22 12:15 GMT | Update On 2022-07-22 12:15 GMT

Dismissing the Delhi High Court order which had barred an unmarried woman from terminating her 24-weeks pregnancy from a consensual relationship, the Supreme Court on Thursday provided ad-interim relief and allowed her for abortion.

However, the nod from the top court bench is subject to the nod from AIIMS Delhi medical board, which must conclude that the abortion would not cause any risk to the life of the woman.

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MTP Cannot Be Denied Merely Because Woman Is Unmarried: Supreme Court Relief To 24 Weeks Pregnant Woman

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MTP cannot be denied merely because woman is unmarried: SC relief to pregnant woman

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