By Advocate Dr. Bishnu Bashyal
Originally published by Research Directorate, Rector’s Office, Tribhuvan University, 2022
Key Words: Surrogacy, Reproductive Justice, Muluki Criminal Code, Legal Framework, Human Rights, Nepal Law Campus
This mini-research report examines the legal, theoretical, and practical dimensions of surrogacy in Nepal. It evaluates international legal instruments, national statutory provisions, and comparative global practices regarding reproductive rights and surrogacy regulation.
In Nepal, the discourse surrounding surrogacy touches upon choice versus compulsion, commercial surrogacy controversies, judicial precedents, and reproductive justice. The study highlights the urgent need for a robust regulatory framework and policy interventions to safeguard human rights and prevent exploitation in reproductive practices.