Victim Cannot Be Forced to Bear Rapist’s Child,Court Permits Termination of 24+ Week Pregnancy of Minor: Chhattisgarh High Court

In a significant ruling, the Chhattisgarh High Court on Thursday allowed a minor rape victim to terminate her pregnancy, which had reached 24 weeks and 6 days of gestation. The Court held that a rape victim, particularly a minor, has the right to decide whether or not to continue with a pregnancy resulting from rape, emphasizing the importance of bodily autonomy and mental well-being. Court Emphasizes Bodily Autonomy of the…