Let us use this opportunity to make MTPA responsive to advances in neo-natal medicine by (i) extending the period for abortion from 12 weeks of gestation to at least 24 weeks; and (ii) by ensuring a legal mechanism to deal with exceptional circumstances arising beyond the prescribed limit. Let us empower ourselves to take advantage of modern diagnostic techniques within the four corners of law.
Ranjana Kaul is a partner at Dua Associates. The opinion expressed is personal
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