Section 8 of MTP Act : Section 8: Protection Of Action Taken In Good Faith

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where Dr. Smith, a registered medical practitioner, performs a medical termination of pregnancy on Ms. Johnson, who is 18 weeks pregnant. The procedure is carried out because continuing the pregnancy would have posed a serious risk to Ms. Johnson's health. After the procedure, Ms. Johnson's partner, who was against the abortion, decides to sue Dr. Smith for emotional distress caused by the termination.

Under Section 8 of The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, Dr. Smith is protected from such legal proceedings, as the abortion was performed in good faith and in accordance with the provisions of the Act. Therefore, the court would likely dismiss the case against Dr. Smith, recognizing that the action taken was within the legal framework and intended to protect the patient's health.