India s Supreme Court will announce its verdict on legal recognition of same-sex marriages on Tuesday. If granted, it will be a significant development for LGBTQ rights in the country and may require the redefinition of family laws. Currently, Taiwan and Nepal are the only Asian countries that allow same-sex unions.
Same-Sex Marriage Verdict: The need to form part of family is a core part of the human trait and is important for self development, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud said
The Supreme Court of India is set to deliver its verdict on whether same-sex marriages should be legally recognized in India [Supriyo and anr v. Union of India].
Directing the Centre, states and Union Territories to ensure the queer community is not discriminated against, the CJI, who is heading the constitution bench, said queer is a natural phenomenon known for ages and is neither urban nor elitist