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.
The Supreme Court criticized AIIMS for contesting an order that lets a 15-year-old rape survivor terminate a 30-week pregnancy. The court said the government should amend abortion laws to remove strict time limits for rape victims, emphasizing the survivor’s trauma and autonomy. It also noted adoption as an option for unwanted pregnancies.
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