Local authorities in a village in Nepal registered the Himalayan nation’s first same-sex marriage on Wednesday, following a Supreme Court order. The marriage between Ram Bahadur (Maya) Gurung and Surendra Pandey, who identify as female and male respectively, was formally registered in the Lumjung district. This marks a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ rights in Nepal.
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Chief Justice Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud recently spoke at a Harvard Law School event, highlighting the role of the judiciary in society, expanding legal professions, and promoting legal literacy in India. He addressed the recent Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage and emphasized the need for dialogue in creating an inclusive society. Chandrachud also discussed the challenges faced by the judiciary and the potential of technology in the legal field.
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The US is closely monitoring India’s response after the court decision to not legalize same-sex marriage.
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In a 3:2 majority decision, the Supreme Court of India ruled that the law does not recognize the right to marry or have civil union for same-sex couples. The court emphasized that it is the responsibility of the Parliament to legislate on this matter. This ruling is considered a milestone for LGBTQ rights in India. Here is a timeline of the events leading up to this decision.
