France Guarantees Right to Abortion in Constitution on International Women’s Day

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
France inscribed the guaranteed right to abortion in its constitution on International Women’s Day, becoming the first country to do so. The move was seen as a victory for women’s rights globally, but critics questioned its necessity in a country where women face other challenges like domestic violence and unequal pay.

Key Points

  • France inscribed the right to abortion in its constitution on International Women’s Day
  • The move was overwhelmingly approved by French lawmakers
  • The amendment aims to avoid a U.S.-like scenario for women in France

Pros

  • France becomes the first country to explicitly guarantee abortion rights in its constitution
  • Supports women’s rights on International Women’s Day
  • Seen as a victory for women’s rights globally

Cons

  • Critics question the necessity of the amendment in a country facing other challenges for women
  • Not every French woman has access to abortion despite the constitutional guarantee