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What is an abortion?
An abortion is the termination of a pregnancy through the removal or expulsion of the embryo or foetus from the uterus.
 
Is a miscarriage also an abortion?
Yes, a spontaneous or an involuntary abortion is also known as miscarriage. It is the unintended termination of pregnancy before the twentieth week..
 
What is an induced or a voluntary abortion?
An induced or voluntary abortion is the intended termination of an unwanted pregnancy, ideally carried out by a trained health professional..


 
What is a safe abortion?
A safe abortion is an abortion procedure carried out by a trained and licensed professional in a sterile environment using appropriate methods.
 
What is an unsafe abortion?
Any of the following are classified as unsafe abortions:

Any abortion procedure done with non-medical equipments like sticks, pens or any sharp object.
Any abortion procedure performed by untrained people like quacks, friends, family members or even MBBS
doctors who do not have the license to do so.
Any abortion procedure carried out in a non-sterile environment, like homes or clinics which do not have an
approval to carry out medical termination of pregnancy.
Sometimes, even a trained medical professional might not provide you with all the information. Please ensure
that the abortion seeker undergoes proper counselling which would also include post-abortion care suggestions.
 
ARE ABORTION LEGAL IN INDIA?
Yes, abortions are very much legal in India. The MTP Act passed in 1971 safeguards the right of pregnant people above the age of 18 to seek abortion servies.
 
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