Anti-abortion movements
Anti-abortion movements (pronunciation: /ˌænti əˈbɔːrʃən muːvˈmɛnts/), also known as pro-life movements, are social and political movements advocating for the legal and societal prohibition of abortion.
Etymology
The term "anti-abortion" is derived from the Latin prefix "anti-" meaning "against", and the Latin word "abortus" which means "miscarriage". The term "pro-life" is a political term that emerged in the United States after the Roe v. Wade decision in 1973.
Overview
Anti-abortion movements are primarily associated with religious and conservative political groups, particularly within Christianity and Islam. These movements argue for the rights of the fetus and are often opposed to the abortion rights movement which advocates for the legal and societal acceptance of voluntary abortion.
Related Terms
- Abortion: The medical or surgical termination of a pregnancy.
- Pro-choice: The belief that individuals have the unlimited autonomy with respect to their own reproductive systems as long as they do not breach the autonomy of others.
- Roe v. Wade: A landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court that established a woman's legal right to have an abortion.
- Fetus: An unborn offspring of a mammal, in particular, an unborn human baby more than eight weeks after conception.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anti-abortion movements
- Wikipedia's article - Anti-abortion movements
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