SustainablyAlpha January Edition

Medical Termination
of pregnancy
MTP or Medical
termination of pregnancy
sounds very big and scary,
it is nothing but abortions.
Cultural insights on
abortion: Cultural beliefs
play a significant role in
shaping
religious
perspectives on abortion.
Cultural values, norms,
and traditions influence
how individuals interpret
and practise their religious
teachings. These beliefs
can provide a framework
for understanding the
sanctity of life, the role of
women, and the
importance of family and
community. Cultural
contexts also shape
attitudes towards
reproductive rights,
personal autonomy, and
the role of religion in
guiding moral decisions. As
a result, religious
perspectives on abortion
can vary within a particular
religion, reflecting the
diversity of cultural beliefs
and practices within a
society.
In traditional Indian
culture, there are various
perspectives on abortion.
Some people may have
traditional views that
prioritise the preservation
of life, while others may
have more progressive
views that prioritise a
woman's right to make
decisions about her own
body.
In India, different religions
have varying perspectives on
abortion. For example, within
Hinduism, views on abortion
can differ. Some Hindus
believe in the sanctity of life
and may consider abortion
morally wrong, while others
may take a more nuanced
approach, considering factors
such as the health and wellbeing
of the mother. Similarly,
within Islam, there are
differing opinions. Some
Muslims may view abortion as
permissible only under
specific circumstances, such
as when the mother's life is at
risk.
Within Sikhism, the belief in
the sanctity of life may lead
some Sikhs to oppose
abortion except in cases
where the mother's life is in
danger. In Jainism, the
principle of non-violence
(ahimsa) is central, and some
Jains may consider abortion
to be a violation of this
principle. Buddhism, on the
other hand, has diverse
views, with some Buddhists
emphasising compassion and
the reduction of suffering,
which may influence their
stance on abortion. MTP and
Female Foeticide:
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