Writ Petition No. 5184 of 2025 (Karnataka High Court) - The petition was considered but ultimately did not survive for further adjudication, indicating that the court found no grounds to proceed further in this case. The order was made on March 4, 2025, by Justice M. Nagaprasanna. MANJUNATH v/s STATE OF KARNATAKA - Karnataka
Writ Petition No. 39431 of 2024 & No. 3491 of 2025 (Madhya Pradesh High Court) - These cases involved divergent directions concerning pregnancy termination, with the court emphasizing the importance of medical and legal compliance, especially for pregnancies exceeding 24 weeks. The court highlighted the necessity of court permission for late-term abortions, particularly when pregnancy exceeds 24 weeks, and underscored the role of consent and medical evaluation. In Reference (Suo Motu) VS The State of M. P. - Madhya Pradesh, A Minor vs State Of Madhya Pradesh - Madhya Pradesh, PROSECUTRIX vs THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH - Madhya Pradesh
Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971 & Related Laws - The courts reaffirmed that pregnancy cannot be terminated without the mother's consent, and in cases of pregnancies beyond 24 weeks, special permission from the High Court is required. The courts also recognized the rights of women to dignity and autonomy, especially in cases involving rape or mental/physical disabilities, permitting termination under strict conditions after medical evaluation. PROSECUTRIX X vs THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH - Madhya Pradesh, A Minor vs State Of Madhya Pradesh - Madhya Pradesh, PROSECUTRIX vs THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH - Madhya Pradesh
Rights and Dignity of Women - The courts upheld women's rights to dignity and autonomy, especially in sensitive cases such as rape and mental health issues, allowing pregnancy termination with proper medical guidance and legal safeguards. PROSECUTRIX X vs THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH AND OTHERS - Madhya Pradesh
Court Proceedings & Orders - Several petitions were disposed of with directions for payment, legal review, or termination of pregnancy, emphasizing adherence to legal protocols, medical evaluation, and respecting women's rights. The courts also addressed procedural issues, such as appellate jurisdiction and review limitations, ensuring proper legal process. Pilli Ankamma vs The State of Andhra Pradesh - Andhra Pradesh, Marion Biotech Private Limited vs State Of Up - Allahabad, Prosccutirix 'X' vs The State Of Madhya Pradesh - Madhya Pradesh
Analysis and Conclusion:
The collected judgments reflect a consistent judicial stance that prioritizes women's health, dignity, and rights in reproductive matters. Termination of pregnancy beyond 24 weeks is permissible only with High Court approval, especially in cases of rape, mental or physical disabilities, or medical emergencies. The courts emphasize the importance of consent, medical evaluation, and adherence to legal procedures. These rulings reinforce the legal framework under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, and highlight the judiciary's role in safeguarding reproductive rights while ensuring procedural safeguards.
Writ Petition No. 39431 of 2024 decided on 12.12.2024 and Writ Petition No. 3491 of 2025 decided on 28.01.2025 referred to. ... Court is required. ... other documentation as pre-requisite to rendering such care -- held further -- where pregnancy exceeds 24 weeks, permission from High ... This suo motu writ petition has been registered on account of divergent directions passed by the learned Single Judge, Indore Ben....
... ... Result: Petition disposed of. ... ... ... Findings of Court: ... Pregnancy cannot be terminated without the mother’s consent, and the court should respect the decision ... (A) Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971 - Section 3(4) - Consent for termination - The court emphasized that consent of the ... ORDER In pursuance to the letter addressed to the Principal Registrar (Judicial) dated 23.08.2025, cognizance was taken and the letter was treated as suo moto petition. Ac....
(A) Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971 - Section 3 - Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 - Writ petition ... ... ... Result: Petition allowed and disposed of with conditions. ... permission to terminate a 25-week pregnancy resulting from rape, with consent from guardians after medical evaluation indicated high ... Court; (iv) The Registry of High Court, in turn, shall register such reference as a Writ Petition#HL....
... ... Result: Writ Petition disposed of directing payment. ... and Interest - Pending adjudication and lack of possession transfer prevents denial of entitlement to interest under Section 80 - Court ... ... ... Findings of Court: ... Petitioners entitled to payment and necessary actions should be taken by the authorities within three ... THE HONOURABLE SRI JUSTICE TARLADA RAJASEKHAR RAO WRIT PETITION No.5184 of 2025 ORDER: The present #HL_START....
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3, 6, 20) ... ... (B) Rights of Women - Right to dignity and autonomy recognized - Court ... IN THE HIGH COURT OF MADHYA PRADESH AT JABALPUR BEFORE HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE VISHAL MISHRA th ON THE 25 OF AUGUST, 2025 WRIT PETITION No. 34157 of 2025 PROSECUTRIX X Versus THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH AND OTHERS Appearance: Shri Alok Agnihotri - Govt. ... ORDER In pursuance to the letter addressed to the Registrar General dated 23.08.2025 as per directions ....
... ... Result: The petition is disposed of permitting the termination of pregnancy under specific conditions. ... 4 - Termination of pregnancy for a mentally retarded and physically handicapped rape victim exceeding 24 weeks gestation - The court ... ... ... Findings of Court: ... The pregnancy termination was permitted with comprehensive medical guidance and ensures the rights ... Pursuant to the letter addressed to the Registrar General dated 31.10.2025 as per directions issued by the Division Bench of this #HL_ST....
... ... Result: The writ petition was allowed, and the review order was quashed. ... ... ... Findings of Court: ... The court found that the appellate authority acted beyond its jurisdiction in reviewing its order, ... ... ... Ratio Decidendi: The court concluded that the appellate authority, having rendered a final decision, could not revisit the ... Resultantly, instant writ petition succeeds and is allowed. The order impugned dated 4.10.2023 passed by the rev....
IN THE HIGH COURT OF KARNATAKA AT BENGALURU DATED THIS THE 4TH DAY OF MARCH, 2025 BEFORE THE HON'BLE MR JUSTICE M.NAGAPRASANNA WRIT PETITION NO. 5184 OF 2023 (GM-TEN) BETWEEN ... Therefore, the petition would not survive for further consideration. 4. ... THIS PETITION, COMING ON FOR PRELIMINARY HEARING IN ‘B’ GROUP, THIS DAY, ORDER WAS MADE THEREIN AS UNDER: CORAM: HON'BLE MR JUSTICE M.NAGAPRASANNA ORAL ORDER The petitioner is before this ....
Accordingly, this writ petition came up for consideration before this Court. 2. ... ON THE 18 OF NOVEMBER, 2025 WRIT PETITION No. 45091 of 2025 PROSCCUTIRIX 'X' Versus THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH AND OTHERS Appearance: Shri Aakash Malpani - Panel Lawyer for respondents/State. ... In above terms, the petition stands disposed of finally. (VISHAL MISHRA) JUDGE JP
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