Artificial Insemination And Human Rights In India
Keywords:
reproductive technology, human rights, biomedical procedure, Ethical practice.Abstract
Artificial insemination has emerged as a significant biomedical procedure that aids in overcoming infertility challenges. Specifically talking about India, the application of Artificial Insemination is intertwined with constitutional provision, human rights considerations and socio-cultural dynamics.The constitutional provisions in India underpinning Artificial Insemination are primarily rooted in the right to life and personal liberty as enshrined in Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. This article is interpreted to include the right to reproductive autonomy. However, the absence of the explicit legal frameworks governing Artificial insemination creates ambiguities, leading to potential human rights violation. NGOs have been instrumental in highlighting these issues, advocating for clearer legislation and ethical practices in Artificial Insemination to safeguards the rights of all stakeholders, especially women. NGO’s play a pivotal role in the Artificial Insemination landscape in India. Organizations such as the Indian Society for Assisted Reproduction (ISAR) and the All India Institute of Medical Science(AIIMS) have been at the forefront of promoting ethical practices. The necessity for special legislation on Artificial Insemination in India is understood by the socio-legal vaccum that currently exist. Such legal provisions are crucial to protect the rights of women, prevent exploitation, and ensure that Artificial Insemination practices adhere to the highest ethical standards. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has issued guidelines on Artificial Insemination as well to regulate and standardize assisted reproductive technology in India. The guidelines mainly focus on consent, age limit, Screening, Donor Sperm, Anonymity, Counseling, record keeping, qualifications and Ethics.
