MTP act does not protect act of termination of pregnancy beyond

Medical Termination of Pregnancy Wilful termination of pregnancy prior to the age of fetal bility has been controversial at all times. However, many governments the world over have liberalized 'Aboion Laws' in keeping with changing times, accepting the recognition of the right of the individual to bear a child at her chosen time and helping to curb the malpractices accompanying illegal aboions. In India, the MTP Act was adopted as a health measure way back in 1972 to avoid death due to criminal aboions. Definition The Indian Act permits the wilful termination of pregnancy before the age of fetal bility (20-weeks' gestation) for well-defined indications. It has to be performed by recognized medical practitioners in a recognized place approved by the competent authority under the Act. Methods of MTP Methods of MTP can be broadly classified as follows: Methods of first-trimester MTP Menstrual regulation Dilatation and suction evacuation Cervical softening prior to dilatation and suction evacu- ation Medical methods Methods of second-trimester MTP Surgical evacuation Extraovular instillation of drugs Extrauterine methods Ref: Park 25th edition Pgno: 287