Pre-conception & Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994 alongwith Rules, 1996

This comprehensive edition of the Pre-conception & Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994 alongwith Rules, 1996 serves as a definitive guide to India’s legal framework for preventing sex selection and female foeticide. The Act regulates pre-conception and pre-natal diagnostic techniques, ensuring that medical practitioners and diagnostic centers do not misuse these technologies for determining the sex of a fetus. The book provides detailed commentary on statutory obligations, registration requirements for clinics, compliance mechanisms, penalties for violations, and enforcement procedures by government authorities. Practical guidance, case references, and illustrative examples make it easier for healthcare professionals and legal practitioners to understand the application of the law. Structured for clarity, this edition is indispensable for lawyers, healthcare professionals, government regulators, public health advocates, and students of medical or public health law. It emphasizes both legal and ethical responsibilities, promotes gender justice, and ensures compliance with statutory provisions. Well-indexed and annotated, it is an essential resource for anyone engaged in healthcare regulation, medical practice, or legal enforcement related to pre-natal diagnostics in India.