Supreme Court seeks India's abortion laws rethink for rape survivors
NewsBytes | April 30, 2026 5:39 PM CST
Court questions 20-week limit, urges lawmakers
The court pointed out that forcing someone, especially a minor, to carry an unwanted pregnancy causes huge emotional and physical trauma.
They questioned whether the current 20-week limit for abortions is enough.
The court also urged lawmakers to update the rules so they better protect survivors' rights and focus on what's best for them.
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