Even the minority opinion privileged a 'marriage-lite' version of queer union instead of upholding relational equality

October saw the marriage equality judgement, revival of seven-judge benches, Justice Bhat’s retirement and more

The marriage rights of sexual minorities involve a polycentric dispute that falls squarely within the legislative domain

The Court undertook a selective reading of its own jurisprudence while upholding the constitutionality of the Special Marriage Act

A five-judge bench rejected the plea for queer persons right to marry in India. What did the Court say?

During his four-year tenure at the Supreme Court, Justice Bhat has authored judgements in crucial constitution bench cases

The Court directed the Union and state governments to ensure that queer persons are protected from violence and discrimination

Tracing the Supreme Court's decisions on queer persons' right to marriage and family.

We trace the evolution of the rights for Queer persons across 4 landmark judgments, and a 5th pending case before the SC.

The Bench heard arguments for nearly 30 hours over 10 days. Three senior lawyers argued for over half the total time.

The petitioners concluded their rejoinder arguments and the Bench reserved judgement.

The respondents reiterated that Parliament was the only competent authority to recognise marriage equality.