Victim Can't Be Compelled To Give Birth To Child Of Her Rapist: Chhattisgarh HC Allows Termination Of 24+ Weeks Old Foetus Of Minor

The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled on the rights of a minor rape victim regarding abortion, highlighting the importance of bodily autonomy in such cases. The Court allowed the victim to exercise her right to decide on the abortion, considering both her physical and mental health. The ruling reinforces the principle that bodily autonomy should be respected, especially in sensitive cases involving minors, while balancing the need for legal protection.