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Supreme Court rejects plea to stop 30 week pregnancy termination for 15 year rape survivor

Politics
Published on 30 April 2026
Supreme Court rejects plea to stop 30 week pregnancy termination for 15 year rape survivor

Court says the final call rests with the parents

The Supreme Court refused to reconsider its April 24 order allowing termination of a 30-week pregnancy of a 15-year-old rape survivor. The court did not entertain a fresh plea to reverse the decision, stressing the victim’s rights and leaving the choice to the parents. The ruling keeps the termination framework intact for the case.

  • SC declined to reconsider its April 24 order
  • Case involves a 15-year-old rape survivor with a 30-week pregnancy
  • Court emphasized the victim’s rights regarding motherhood
  • Decision leaves the choice to the parents
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