Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act: Punjab and Haryana High Court Allows Termination in Minor Rape Victim's Case

In a significant decision, the Punjab and Haryana High Court, under the jurisdiction of Justice Vinod S. Bhardwaj, has granted permission for the termination of pregnancy in the case of a minor rape victim. The court, in its order dated January 10, 2024, considered the provisions of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, and directed the concerned authorities to proceed with the termination. Case Background: The case, bearing CWP-29383-2023,…