KMAN Publication Incorporation Interdisciplinary Studies in Society, Law, and Politics 3060-5687 4 Serial Number 14 2025 07 01 The Requirements and Necessities of Criminalizing Abortion in Iranian Law and the Youthful Population Law in Light of International Legal Frameworks The Requirements and Necessities of Criminalizing Abortion in Iranian Law and the Youthful Population Law in Light of International Legal Frameworks 1 9 10.61838/kman.isslp.4.3.28 EN Journal Article 2025 01 26 <p>The crime of abortion is among offenses that occur both intentionally and unintentionally, driven by various motivations, and sometimes due to the necessity of protecting the mother or the child. The present study, conducted with the aim of examining the requirements and necessities of criminalizing abortion in Iranian law and the Youthful Population Law in light of international legal frameworks, employs a descriptive-analytical and library-based research method. The findings ultimately indicate that the fundamental necessity of criminalizing abortion in both legal systems is the protection of fetal rights and the preservation of family integrity, which varies based on different religious, ethical, and philosophical perspectives. Conversely, the key necessities for decriminalizing abortion include women's human rights, social and individual freedoms, and the limits and scope of government intervention in individuals' private lives. These elements constitute some of the most critical factors and necessities concerning abortion in Iranian law and the Youthful Population Law within the framework of international legal norms.</p> https://journalisslp.com/index.php/isslp/article/download/234/753