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

Friday, 9 June 2023

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

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.

👓 View full article

0 shares	Share Tweet Save Post Send

Judge says U-17 deliveries were once normal, read Manusmriti

In the past it was normal for girls to marry young and deliver their first child before they turned 17, a Gujarat high court judge remarked while hearing a minor...
IndiaTimes on June 8, 2023

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

You Might Like

Related news from verified sources

Judge says U-17 deliveries were once normal, read Manusmriti