Bombay High Court backs IVF access for women past 50, shifting focus from age to science

Age limits get questioned as eligibility turns expert

In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court allowed two women over 50 to seek assessment for IVF eligibility, challenging the rigidity of age-based provisions under India’s ART Act. The court’s direction emphasizes expert consultation and signals a growing shift toward science-led reproductive decisions. The move could reshape how eligibility rules are interpreted in future IVF cases.