What is the ruling on studying Obstetrics and Gynecology for medical students if it is compulsory and there is no intention of specializing in it?
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There is no objection to men studying obstetrics and gynecology if necessity calls for it. Such study may even be required if the community is in need and there are no women to undertake this task.
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