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 pivotal decision on October 17, 2023, the Supreme Court of India unanimously decided against modifying the Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954, to encompass non-heterosexual unions. This move effectively denies legal recognition for queer marriages in India, sparking a wave of reactions and discussions. Senior Advocate Geeta Luthra, reflecting on the global trend of accepting […]
