Saif Rasul Khan, Jyoti Prasad Bora
Reproduction is a key element in the continuation
of human civilisation. The central unit in a society is family and thereby
procreation plays a critical role towards that end. Reproduction in the
traditional sense involves physical intercourse between a male and female
resulting in the creation of a baby. However, in the past few years, other
alternative forms of reproduction have developed. Many factors, particularly
infertility and the formation of new family structures have increased the
demand for such technologies. Such technologies involve intervention by a third
party, a medical expert to facilitate reproduction outside of the traditional
method. Such technologies have their benefits, but at the same time, have
bioethical issues, including questions of morality, conflict with religious
beliefs and violation of human rights. A delicate balance needs to be
maintained in this context wherein law and morality, social structures and
beliefs play a prominent role. The article intents to draw focus on assisted
reproductive technology in context of India and some foreign jurisdictions. The
main aim is to provide a critical analysis and review of the normative
standards in India.
assisted reproduction, surrogacy, in-vitro
fertilisation, human rights, ethics
VOL.14, ISSUE No.1, March 2022