Many people have doubts or a vague idea about abortion. But it is important to know that the Abortion Act was introduced in 1971. Now abortion is a woman's legal right. However, there are some conditions for a legal abortion. Conditions for a valid abortion are - • A pregnant woman can voluntarily perform a legal abortion with a registered doctor or at a government recognized hospital or clinic. If for any reason a pregnant woman is at risk during pregnancy , the doctor may order an abortion. For this reason, those who communicate or are proved can be punished according to the law. Illegal abortion causes death and if rape results in miscarriage and the woman wants to have an abortion , then abortion can be done. Unmarried women can also have abortions. However, in case of abortion of a woman below 18 years of age, the guardian must be present