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Abortion Laws: Health Minister Clarifies Legal Limits
12 Aug
Summary
- Abortions are legally permitted up to 20 weeks of pregnancy.
- The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act governs abortion procedures.
- Minister Arunraj stressed abortions can be medically necessary.
Health Minister K.G. Arunraj has reaffirmed the legal framework surrounding abortions, stating they are regulated by the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act. This legislation permits legal termination of pregnancy up to 20 weeks. The Act also specifies the grounds for abortion and the consent procedures required. Minister Arunraj highlighted the essential role of abortions in medical practice, noting their necessity in numerous situations. He issued this clarification on Monday, addressing remarks made by Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar at a pro-life rally. The Minister advised that such statements should not be subject to misinterpretation.
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