This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Sexual offences and infanticide, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Medical termination of pregnancy can be done by a registered medical practitioner if the gestation period is less than - 
Select and explain. 
A. 8 weeks, B. 12 weeks, C. 20 weeks, D. 24 weeks
B: 12 weeks
Answer: B: 12 weeks 
Explanation: Ref:Textbook of forensic medicine and toxicology (V.V.Pillay) 17th edition, page no.370 As per MTP act 1971, for a pregnancy below 12 weeks duration , one medical officer alone can take the decision of performing an aboion, while if it is between 12-20weeks two medical officer is required to terminate the pregnancy. However if it is an emergency situation, a pregnancy exceeding 20weeks can be terminated even if only one doctor is available.