6. Birth Control & Legal Implications

Birth control has significant historical and legal implications for reproductive rights. In the early 20th century, access to contraception was often restricted by laws like the Comstock Act, which prohibited the distribution of contraceptive information. The fight for birth control became a central issue in the women's rights movement, culminating in landmark Supreme Court cases such as Griswold v. Connecticut (1965), which protected contraceptive use for married couples. These legal advancements affirmed individuals' rights to make decisions about their reproductive health, shaping societal norms and policies surrounding family planning and women's autonomy.