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Victorian Era Abortion

The Victorian Era gets its name from Queen Victoria who ruled England from 1837 to 1901. During this long reign of 64 years, many changes were brought about in England. Victorian Era is known for the vast developments that took place changing the political and economic structure of England.

Abortion means termination of pregnancy by the removal or expulsion of a fetus or embryo from the uterus, resulting in or caused by its death. The practice of abortion can be traced back to several years and is therefore not a new concept. However, these abortions were known to have been carried out using such techniques which would cause harm or may result in the death of the woman undergoing abortion.

During the Victorian era, abortions were treated as illegal activity but were rampant. Abortions were regarded as a form of birth control measures by working women. However, the usage of birth control was not permitted in the Victorian society. Abortions were declared to be illegal for the first time in 1803 and thereafter, stringent laws were brought in force to curb this malpractice. Punishments were awarded to those who were found guilty of indulging in activities like abortion. The punishments normally were harsh like serving several years in prison.

The impact of the Abortion laws have been more or less of an unsteady nature. During the 19th century, doctors, clerics and social activists in England were in support of a complete prohibition of abortions. Abortion Laws like Offences Against the Person Act of 1861 was passed by the British Parliament. This act put a ban on abortions and was so effective in its implementation that other countries adopted similar laws.

As a part of Common law system, abortions were considered to be illegal in the Victorian England anytime after the movements of the fetus can be felt for the very first time by its mother. However, despite the enforcement of abortion laws, abortions were very common in Victorian England.

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