Former Supreme Court judge Sanjay Kishan Kaul said, “The Judiciary Must Perform the Role of Catalyst for LGBTQIA+ Rights, ” while speaking at the launch event organised by Keshav Suri Foundation and Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy
The Congress party’s election manifesto includes a proposed law for civil unions for LGBTQ+ couples, demonstrating a commitment to equality. Congress Poll Manifesto Includes Law on Civil Unions for Queer Couples, also addresses women’s cash transfers, youth employment, and caste census. This move reflects the party’s progressive approach to social issues, shaping the upcoming elections with a focus on LGBTQ+ rights, among other key promises.
The Supreme Court of India has agreed to reconsider its October 17 judgment on same-sex marriage, which had declined legal recognition to same-sex couples. This decision comes after several petitioners, including Udit Sood and a US-based lawyer, filed review petitions, arguing that the court’s majority ruling was “manifestly unjust” and “self-contradictory.” Also read- Review Petition […]
In a landmark move, the Madras High Court has proposed a significant initiative to recognize and protect the rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals. Justice Anand Venkatesh, presiding over the case, suggested that the Tamil Nadu government consider establishing a procedure for registering a ‘Deed of Familial Association’ for LGBTQIA+ partners. This initiative is aimed at safeguarding […]