Under the MTP Amendment Act 2021 (India), a woman who is a survivor of sexual assault or rape can terminate pregnancy up to:
- A 20 weeks with one doctor's opinion
- B 24 weeks with two doctors' opinions
- C 24 weeks with one doctor's opinion ✓
- D Any gestation on State Medical Board approval
Correct answer: C. 24 weeks with one doctor's opinion
Explanation
The MTP Amendment Act 2021 extended termination to 24 weeks for special categories including rape/sexual assault survivors, requiring only ONE registered medical practitioner's opinion (not two). Two RMP opinions are required for pregnancies 20–24 weeks in the general population. State Medical Board approval is required for fetuses with substantial foetal abnormalities detected beyond 24 weeks.
Reference: Shaw's Textbook of Gynaecology, 17th ed.
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