The term "abortion rights" refers to the legal right for a woman to have an abortion, which is the intentional termination of a pregnancy before it results in the birth of a child. This issue has been and continues to be a highly debated topic within society, politics, and religion. Abortion rights advocates argue that women should have the right to make their own decisions about whether or not they want to carry a pregnancy to term, and under what circumstances. They believe that access to safe and legal abortions is essential for women's health, equality, and autonomy. On the other hand, opponents of abortion rights argue that life begins at conception, and therefore ending a pregnancy is equivalent to taking a human life, which should not be allowed under any circumstances. The debate over abortion rights ultimately comes down to questions about when human life begins, the role of government in regulating reproductive health, and the balance between individual autonomy and societal interests.