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International consensus statements, while scientifically robust, often lack contextual applicability to the Indian healthcare and societal landscape.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The objective of this study was to develop India-specific, ethically sound, and practically implementable consensus guidelines for the management of children with DSD, balancing medical needs, child rights, parental concerns, and medico-legal responsibilities.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methodology:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A modified Delphi process was undertaken. Twenty-three multidisciplinary experts participated in iterative rounds of anonymized deliberation and consensus-building, followed by structured discussions moderated by the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Consensus was defined as agreement by at least two-thirds of participants. The finalized recommendations underwent administrative vetting and were formally ratified by the Government of India.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Strong consensus was achieved on standardized terminology, diagnostic pathways, principles of sex assignment, indications and timing of medical and surgical interventions, psychosocial support, and documentation practices. Central to the guidelines is the establishment of Local Multidisciplinary Committees at designated centers, with defined escalation to state and national apex committees. The guidelines emphasize regulated, indication-based interventions, informed parental participation, and protection against unsafe or unregulated practices.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>These India-specific consensus guidelines provide a uniform, ethically robust, and legally supported framework for DSD management. 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