Abstract
The role of law in regulating abortion due to fetal anomalies represents a complex intersection of legal, ethical, and religious considerations in Oman, an Islamic country. Islamic laws (the Shariah) fundamentally influence the formulation of laws and policies, including those related to sensitive healthcare issues such as fetal anomalies and abortion. This paper explores how religious, ethical, and sociocultural principles and values influence legislation governing abortion in the context of fetal abnormalities and maternal health. Ethical dilemmas related to termination of pregnancy in the context of the Islamic principles of fetal ensoulment will be analyzed, alongside how Oman navigates this delicate territory pragmatically.
Publication details
- DOI
- 10.5001/omj.2024.123
- Journal
- Oman Medical Journal
- Publisher
- Oman Medical Specialty Board
- Open access
- Gold open access
Cite this article
APA 7
Al Riyami, N. (2024). The Role of Law in Shaping Regulations on Fetal Anomalies and Abortion in Oman. Oman Medical Journal. https://doi.org/10.5001/omj.2024.123
MLA 9
Al Riyami, Nihal. "The Role of Law in Shaping Regulations on Fetal Anomalies and Abortion in Oman." Oman Medical Journal, 2024. https://doi.org/10.5001/omj.2024.123.
Chicago (author–date)
Al Riyami, Nihal. 2024. "The Role of Law in Shaping Regulations on Fetal Anomalies and Abortion in Oman." Oman Medical Journal. https://doi.org/10.5001/omj.2024.123.
Harvard
Al Riyami, N. (2024) 'The Role of Law in Shaping Regulations on Fetal Anomalies and Abortion in Oman', Oman Medical Journal. doi:10.5001/omj.2024.123.
Vancouver
Al Riyami N. The Role of Law in Shaping Regulations on Fetal Anomalies and Abortion in Oman. Oman Medical Journal. 2024. doi:10.5001/omj.2024.123
IEEE
N. Al Riyami, "The Role of Law in Shaping Regulations on Fetal Anomalies and Abortion in Oman," Oman Medical Journal, 2024, doi: 10.5001/omj.2024.123.