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SHORT ANSWER: The Supreme Court's ruling in the Navtej Singh Johar case decriminalized consensual same-sex relations among adults. DETAILS: - The ruling struck down Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code as unconstitutional in relation to consensual same-sex acts. - It affirmed the rights to privacy, dignity, and equality for LGBTQ+ individuals. - The decision is seen as a significant step towards LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance in India. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Prior to the ruling, consensual same-sex relations were punishable by imprisonment under Section 377. SOURCE: - Supreme Court of India, Navtej Singh Johar vs. Union of India (2018)
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