Woman Can Terminate Pregnancy Without Husband's Consent if Living Separately Without Divorce: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a landmark decision, the Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a woman living separately from her husband, without obtaining a formal divorce, has the right to terminate her pregnancy without her husband's consent under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act. The Court held that a woman's marital status can change due to separation, and this change qualifies her for pregnancy termination under certain conditions. Background of the Case…
