An Analysis of Abortion Laws in India from a Human Rights Perspective

Under the contemporary understanding human rights means and include rights relating to life, liberty, equality, and dignity of the individual which are essential for human existence. The issue around abortion is directly linked with doctrines of life, liberty, equality, and dignity, while in India there are several laws controlling the scope and ambit of abortion. These laws are often challenged as violating various human rights principles. The article is an analysis of abortion laws in India from a human rights perspective.