knowledge questions magazine Published this article page no 145 Other features o A child born out of a surrogacy procedure will be deemed to be the biological child of the intending couple. o An abortion of the surrogate child requires the written consent of the surrogate mother and the authorisation of the appropriate authority. This authorisation must be compliant with the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971. o Offences and penalties include imprisonment up to 10 years and a fine up to 10 lakh rupees. Significance of the law on Surrogacy Provides for Market Regulation: Act provides for registration of surrogacy clinics and ensures appropriate safeguards in terms of penalties defined to prevent misuse. Safeguards the rights of the surrogate mother: By ensuring to the mother basic rights of proper pre and post-natal care. Earlier, surrogates were forced to give birth in dingy shelters which adversely impacted the health of the mother and the child. o Also, safeguards have been adopted to ensure the right of the women on her body with provision for her to abort and also by defining the responsibility of the surrogate parents vis-à-vis the child. Safeguards the rights of the child - Abandonment of child due to genetic or other disability, or changing of couples social or marital status is legally not allowed knowledge questions magazine buy.
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