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Times of India10.05.2026GeneralIndia

Lawyers, doctors feel MTP law puts medical assent over women’s autonomy, seek change

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In a wave of legal challenges tied to the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, doctors are under heightened scrutiny. Even with an expanded window for obtaining abortions, critics argue that the legislation still favors medical authority over women's rights to choose. Advocates are pushing for the complete decriminalization of abortion and full autonomy for women in making these decisions.

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