Author Archives: Swetha Sridhar

A. For Abortion!

Posted on 18 July, 2018 by Swetha Sridhar

The Abortion Dictionary is a fortnightly blog series and is an attempt to dispel myths and provide safe and reliable information about safe abortion and attendant issues. We start with the basics and cover a range of topics from A-Z, … Continue reading →

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Abortion in India: Changing Legal Contexts and Challenges

Posted on 25 January, 2018 by Swetha Sridhar

Four decades after legalization of abortion, poor women in India still do not have access to safe abortion services. Part of addressing this challenge requires an understanding of the legal framework for liberalizing abortion, starting with the MTP Act of … Continue reading →

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Abortion in India: The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act.

Posted on 25 January, 2018 by Swetha Sridhar

Four decades after legalization of abortion, poor women in India still do not have access to safe abortion services. Part of addressing this challenge requires an understanding of the legal framework for liberalizing abortion, starting with the MTP Act of … Continue reading →

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