Malathy Iyer
Sep 12, 2025
The state has missed two deadlines set by the Bombay High Court to present guidelines that would balance the requirements of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971 and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act, 2012 in a manner that the privacy of minors in a consensual relationship seeking abortion is protected.
The amended MPT Act guarantees women the right to privacy and has a provision to fine doctors who reveal their name or other details. The Pocso Act protects children under 18 years from sexual assault/harassment and child pornography.