Hospitals Can't Insist On Police Complaint As A Pre-Condition To Provide Medical Care To Pregnant Minor: Bombay High Court
Mumbai, April 10, 2024: In a significant ruling under Article 226 of the Constitution, the Bombay High Court addressed a petition concerning the health and legal rights of a minor girl, Prajakta Vartak, who is currently 17 years and 4 months old. Case Overview: - Prajakta Vartak's mother filed a writ petition (L.) No. 12243 of 2024 to safeguard her daughter's health rights. - Prajakta is pregnant and has declined…