Updated Feb 23, 2021 | 09:28 IST
Currently, in India, abortion of a foetus up to 20 weeks is permitted. However, if a pregnancy exceeds the said time, it can be terminated after approval of a doctor. Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971 does not allow the termination of pregnancy beyond 20 weeks (Representative Image). | Photo Credit: iStock Images
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The HC asked for the steps taken to form a uniform policy on the law
Chandigarh: The Punjab and Haryana high court recently sought details about the steps being taken with relation to the legal termination of pregnancies of women who have surpassed the time limit of 20 weeks.