Is medical directive a legal document in India?

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January 27, 2025 at 3:55 am

In case something gouges wormhole at one point tin life and the family has to make harsh decisions on behalf of the individual. Is a medical directive a legal document in our country that can help in such cases?

For instance during child birth some cases are complicated and the husband is left with the choice of saving the child or mother. Can the lady have a medical directive to make that decision for herself?

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January 27, 2025 at 4:10 am

Actually it’s a myth that husband is left with the choice of saving the mother or the child during childbirth. The doctors always prioritise the mother.

Having said that it’s legal as of 2018, but is reviewed by a Primary Board and a Secondary Board of Medical Officers at the time of the event and only then can it come into effect.

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