In a recent legal decision, the Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, declined a request to terminate a pregnancy that had surpassed the 24-week gestation mark. The court emphasized that the woman’s pregnancy did not present an immediate threat to her life, and the case did not involve any fetal abnormality. Consequently, the termination request was denied. However, the court did show compassion and concern for the woman’s health by directing that she receive necessary medical treatment at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). This ruling underscores the delicate balance between the rights of the woman and the protection of the unborn child, as well as the importance of considering medical and ethical factors in such decisions. It also highlights the role of the judiciary in upholding and interpreting the laws related to reproductive rights and healthcare in India.
