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Same-Sex Marriage in Nepal: Legal Challenges and Progress

Same-Sex Marriage in Nepal: Legal Challenges and Progress

Nepal has made significant strides towards recognizing same-sex marriage, but there are still legal challenges. The Supreme Court's interim order allows the provisional registration of same-sex marriages, but these unions face legal inequalities compared to heterosexual marriages. The Civil Code 2017 has not yet been updated to fully recognize same-sex marriages. This article explores the legal framework, the provisional status of same-sex marriage, and the rights and limitations faced by LGBTQ+ couples in Nepal.

Court marriage of same-sex couples in Nepal: Legal status and challenges

Court marriage of same-sex couples in Nepal: Legal status and challenges

Same-sex marriage (Nepali: समलिङ्गी विवाह pronounced [samlɪŋgi bibaː]) is a type of marriage that is done between two people of the same sex. Nepal has a diverse and vibrant LGBTQIA (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual) community and has been regarded as a leader on LGBTQIA rights in South Asia. However, same-sex marriage still remains illegal in the country.

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