Amniocentesis is legally banned because :  

The correct answer is It is used for the purpose of selection of the sex of the foetus

Key Points

• Amniocentesis is a prenatal test that can diagnose genetic disorders (such as Down syndrome and spina bifida) and other health issues in a fetus.
• The test involves removing a small amount of amniotic fluid from inside the uterus using a needle, and then a lab tests the sample for specific conditions.
• Amniocentesis can be done for genetic testing, diagnosis of fetal infection, treatment, and fetal lung testing.
• The test can provide useful information about a baby’s health, but it’s important to know the risks of amniocentesis and be prepared for the results.
• Amniocentesis can also be used for prenatal sex determination which is misused by some people for female foeticide. Hence, India has imposed a statutory ban on it.
• It is used for the purpose of selection of the sex of the foetus
• The risks of amniocentesis include leaking amniotic fluid, miscarriage, infection, and Rh sensitization.