British Indians Accused of Widespread Sex-Selective Abortions

• A report reveals a surge in sex-selective abortions among British Indians, primarily targeting unborn girls.
• British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS), UK's largest abortion provider, faces accusations of facilitating these abortions.
• A 2017-2021 study found a skewed boy-to-girl ratio (113:100) for third/subsequent children in Indian-origin families, suggesting ~400 sex-selective abortions.
• Despite UK guidelines stating abortion solely for gender is illegal, BPAS's website claims the law is "silent" on fetal sex as a ground.
• Campaigners like Dame Jasvinder Sanghera highlight dowry as a factor, urging health professionals to address the issue without cultural sensitivity bias.

Why It Matters: Sex-selective abortions targeting girls are a growing concern among British Indians, sparking controversy over legal interpretations.