International Research Journal of Education and Technology

Surrogacy has become a widely accepted option for individuals and couples seeking parenthood. However, navigating the legal and ethical issues of the Surrogacy Act remains a challenge. The human body is a wonderful machine. The future of childbirth in the form of test tube babies, and surrogate motherhood through new reproductive and cloning technology will introduce undreamt of possibilities in the sexual arena. Surrogacy is a method of assisted reproduction whereby a woman agrees to become pregnant to gestate and give birth to a child for others to raise. The Surrogacy Act of 2021 aims to regulate various aspects of surrogacy, including eligibility criteria, rights of the surrogate mother and child, and financial implications. 

This review of the act describes the legal nuances, health implications, and societal norms surrounding surrogacy. It also discusses the need for modifications to ensure fairness, inclusivity, and protection of fundamental rights. This research seeks to initiate the discussion regarding today’s medical development in surrogacy and also present the essential aspects of surrogacy. This research will also try to compare various nations regarding the policy and take on surrogacy.

KEYWORDS: Surrogacy, Human rights, Legal issues, Health benefits, India