Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India
Breaking News: SECTION 377 STRUCK DOWN: LOVE IS NOT A CRIME, SAYS SUPREME COURT!
The Freedom to Love
Case Summary
Decriminalized consensual same-sex relations by striking down part of Section 377.
The Full Story & Context
A group of famous Indians (dancers, chefs, hoteliers) decided to challenge a 150-year-old British law that made their identity a crime. They argued that the Constitution's promise of 'Liberty' applies to everyone, regardless of who they love.
Key Legal Players
- Bench: 5-Judge Bench
- Chief Justice: Justice Dipak Misra
- Lead Counsel: Mukul Rohatgi
The Verdict
Sexual orientation is biological. Discrimination on this basis is unconstitutional. History owes an apology to the LGBTQ community.
Legal & Democratic Impact
It was a massive victory for human rights. It moved India toward a more inclusive society.
Simple Analogy
It's like realizing that a very old, dusty rule in the library was actually hurting people's freedom to read what they like.