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Same-Sex Marriage Judgment: Supreme Court Refuses to Recognise Marriage Equality Rights for LGBTQIA+ Community, Asks Govt to Set Up Committee to Examine Rights of Queer Couples

In a significant ruling on same-sex marriage, the Supreme Court declined to recognise same-sex marriage, stating that the responsibility lies with the legislature to address the issue.

Same-Sex Marriage Judgment: Supreme Court Refuses to Recognise Marriage Equality Rights for LGBTQIA+ Community, Asks Govt to Set Up Committee to Examine Rights of Queer Couples

In a significant ruling on same-sex marriage, the Supreme Court declined to recognise same-sex marriage, stating that the responsibility lies with the legislature to address the issue. Notably, the Court documented the Union's commitment to establishing a Committee tasked with examining the rights and benefits that can be extended to queer couples, signifying a potential step towards acknowledging and safeguarding the interests of the LGBTQIA+ community. Same-Sex Marriage Judgment: CJI DY Chandrachud Says It is for Parliament to Effect Changes in Law, Equality Demands That Queer Persons Not Discriminated Against.

Supreme Court Denies Same-Sex Marriage Recognition

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