The Madhya Pradesh High Court stated no court approval is needed for rape survivors to terminate pregnancies up to 24 weeks. This observation came while dismissing a petition filed by the father of a 16-year-old rape victim. The court cited a previous order which clarified procedures for pregnancy termination after sexual assault. Judicial proceedings are not required for victims of sexual assault or rape up to 24 weeks.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court stated no court approval is needed for rape survivors to terminate pregnancies up to 24 weeks. This observation came while dismissing a petition…

Madhya Pradesh High Court rules rape survivors can terminate pregnancies up to 24 weeks without court approval, citing MTP Act provisions.