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Nepal has emerged in South Asia as an unexpectedly dynamic jurisdiction for LGBTQ+ rights. Over the past few years, a combination of strategic litigation, progressive court orders and administrative steps has put same-sex marriage firmly on the public and policy agenda.
Nepal’s Constitution and Supreme Court jurisprudence provide a strong constitutional foundation for the rights of sexual and gender minorities. The Constitution explicitly guarantees equality and non-discrimination on grounds that include gender and sexual orientation, and the Supreme Court has repeatedly directed the state to respect and protect the rights of LGBTQ+ persons.
