Rights and Safeguards in Organ Donation
Organ donation and transplant require lawful consent and authorisation to prevent exploitation and trafficking.
🗣️ What this means for you
Human organs cannot be bought or sold. Living donation and deceased donation must follow strict consent and authorisation procedures. Hospitals must follow the transplant law, and families should receive clear information before donation decisions.
Step-by-Step Action Plan
Use only authorised transplant hospitals and official transplant coordinators.
Do not pay or accept money for organ donation.
Ask for written consent forms and authorisation committee approval where required.
Report suspected organ trade or coercion to police and health authorities.
Keep all transplant-related documents and hospital approvals.
⚖️ The Relevant Law
Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994 (1994)
Section 3, Section 9, and offence provisions
"Removal and transplantation of human organs or tissues is regulated through consent, authorisation, and restrictions on commercial dealings."
⚠️ Punishment / Penalty
Illegal organ removal, commercial dealing, or unauthorised transplant can attract imprisonment, fines, and hospital registration consequences.
Required Documents
- 📄Donor and recipient ID proof
- 📄Relationship proof if applicable
- 📄Consent forms
- 📄Authorisation committee approval
- 📄Hospital registration details