Question

Which of the following situation of termination of pregnancy is illegal under Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act?

• A. The pregnant woman is less than 18 years in age.
• B. With the written consent of guardian where the pregnant woman is mentally retarded with an age of 25 years.
• C. Termination of pregnancy at the residence of Registered Medical Practitioner.
• D. The length of the pregnancy is less than 12 weeks with abnormalities in foetus.

Hint:

MTP must happen in a government-approved hospital, never a private residence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Concept
The Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971, specifies strict conditions regarding who, when, and where a pregnancy can be terminated.

Step 2: Meaning
For a termination to be legal, it must be performed at a government hospital or a place specifically approved by the government for this purpose.

Step 3: Analysis
Terminating a pregnancy in a private residence (even if it belongs to a doctor) is strictly prohibited and illegal under the Act.

Step 4: Conclusion
Therefore, the situation described in option C is illegal.

Final Answer: (C)