Minor Rape Survivor Allowed To Terminate 27-Week Pregnancy: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court, on July 1, 2025, permitted a 16-year-old rape survivor to terminate her pregnancy of approximately 27 weeks, recognizing her mental trauma and unwillingness to continue with the pregnancy. The Court passed the order under the provisions of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, while considering the medical board's recommendation from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. Medical fitness certified and risks explained…
