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Was normal for girls to marry, give birth before 17; read Manusmriti: Gujarat HC on minor's abortion plea

DNA Friday, 9 June 2023
While indicating that he might not allow the petition if both the girl and foetus were healthy, Justice Samir Dave of the high court also referred to the Manusmriti during the hearing.
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