GNLU Expert Lecture on “A Stride Towards Equality: Discussing the Legality and Limits of Abortion Laws in India” | 5th August 2023

Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) is a statutory University established by the Government of Gujarat under the Gujarat National Law University Act, 2003. The University is recognized by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission. The University functions as a nodal agency to uplift legal education in the State of Gujarat. The University offers teaching, research and training programmes in law and inter-disciplinary fields such as Arts, Commerce, Science and Technology, Business Administration and Social Work at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It is the only National Law University that is offering integrated undergraduate law degrees in five areas ā€“ B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.S.W. LL.B. (Hons.), B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.), B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), and B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.); full-time LL.M., PhD in law and other disciplines as recommended by the UGC as well as diploma/certificate courses in various areas.

RecognizingĀ that a comprehensive appreciation of the technicalities, complexities and patterns of criminal law is indispensable for realizing the goals of the law, the University established the Centre for Research in Criminal Justice Sciences(GCRCJS). It is a Centre dedicated to carrying out research in the niche area of Criminal Law. The Centre provides a platform for holistic research in the environmentĀ and aims to further knowledge andĀ academicĀ discussion about multifaceted dimensions of criminal science.

The event will feature the speaker who will share their expertise and perspectives on various aspects of abortion laws, including the legal framework, constitutional rights, medical ethics, and societal implications.Ā The event also aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by marginalized communities, where access to safe and legal abortion services may be limited or non-existent. It seeks to encourage meaningful conversations and brainstorm potential solutions to ensure equitable access to reproductive healthcare for all. The speaker will explore the current legal landscape in India, discussing the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971 and recent developments in the interpretation and application of abortion laws.

Details of Event

  • Topic: A Stride Towards Equality: Discussing The Legality And Limits Of Abortion Laws In India
  • Objective: The event aims to provide a platform for a productive and insightful discussion about abortion laws in the country and how contemporary society views them and to shed light on the legal framework surrounding abortion in India, its impact on womenā€™s reproductive rights, and the ongoing debate on striking the balance between the rights of the pregnant individual and the unborn child
  • Date and Time of the event: 5th August 2023 (Saturday)Ā fromĀ 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Mode and Platform: Online Mode on Cisco Webex
  • Eligibility: The Expert Lecture is open for Students, Lawyers, Research Scholars, Teachers, Judges, Professionals and Academicians or for anyone who is interested in the topic of the Expert Lecture. Please Note:Ā There is no registration fee. Further, no certificate shall be issued for attending the webinar.
  • Last date to register: 3rd August 2023Ā (Thursday), beforeĀ 7.00 PM
  • Expert Speaker: Ms. Aishwarya Bhati

For any queries, kindly write back to us at: [email protected] or contact Mr. Shubh Naik (+91-9824330830)

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