Landmark Decision on Conversion Therapy in India

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What prompted the lesbian couple in the case to seek refuge in Chennai?

  • Desire to join a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)
  • Legal issues in their hometown
  • Parental opposition to their relationship (correct)
  • Employment opportunities

Why did the local police register two First Information Reports (FIRs) regarding the lesbian couple?

  • In response to missing person complaints from their parents (correct)
  • Because of their engagement with an NGO
  • Due to their involvement in criminal activities
  • At the request of the couple

What was the focus of the landmark decision in S Sushma & Anr. versus Commissioner of Police & Ors. (2021)?

  • Mandatory counseling for all LGBTQ individuals
  • Prohibition of conversion therapy (correct)
  • Criminalization of parental opposition to queer relationships
  • Recognition of same-sex marriage

What did the court mandate for both the petitioners and their parents in the proceedings?

<p>Undergo counseling with a psychologist (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the psychologist submit on 28 April 2021 following the initial counseling session?

<p>A report (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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