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India's Surrogacy Debate

India's decision to ban commercial surrogacy has divided the nation. Is the government imposing its version of morality or doing its best to end the exploitation of surrogates?

India's decision to ban commercial surrogacy has divided the nation. Critics accuse the government of imposing its version of morality and penalising childless couples. Supporters say it will prevent the exploitation of surrogates and help control an industry that is prone to unethical practices.

Image: A woman stands outside the Surrogacy Centre India clinic, in New Delhi
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