The Andhra Pradesh High Court upheld the right of a lesbian couple to live together, addressing a habeas corpus petition concerning one partner’s detainment by her father. The court emphasized that adults can make personal choices regarding relationships and ordered the parents not to interfere, affirming the couple’s right to their relationship.
The Bombay High Court granted bail to a lesbian couple accused of kidnapping and trafficking a five-year-old girl, motivated by their desire for parenthood. The court found insufficient evidence for trafficking charges but noted their relationship’s complexity and societal challenges. This case emphasizes the legal struggles faced by LGBTQ+ couples seeking to adopt in India.
