Medical Termination of Pregnancy Rules Updated With Inclusive Terminology
The amendment notification has modified the term “mental retardation” for a more inclusive term of “women with intellectual disability”. The updated terminology aligns with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, promoting person-centered language that respects the dignity of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Delhi Has Updated Its Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Formats
The notification introduces the updated formats, specifically Form-I, Form-II, and Form-III. These formats are essential for the proper documentation of Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) cases, as mandated by the law.
