What measures are being taken to prevent organ trafficking in India
The Organ transplant body has written to states to take strict action against organ trafficking.
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- Strict action: The Organ Transplantation Advisory Committee has written to states, urging them to take strict action against organ trafficking.
- Legislation: The government has enacted laws like the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA) to regulate organ transplantation and prevent trafficking.
- Monitoring and registration: All hospitals and transplant centers are required to be registered under THOTA, and regular monitoring is conducted to ensure compliance.
- Awareness campaigns: Public awareness campaigns are carried out to educate people about the importance of ethical organ donation and the risks of organ trafficking.
- Strengthening law enforcement: Training programs are conducted for law enforcement agencies to improve their capabilities in detecting and combating organ trafficking.
- International cooperation: India cooperates with other countries to tackle cross-border organ trafficking by sharing information and conducting joint operations.
- Financial incentives for donations: The government has introduced financial incentives to promote deceased organ donations, reducing the demand for organs obtained through illegal means.
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