Today, the Supreme Court of India started hearing final arguments about whether to legalize same-sex marriage. India’s ruling party, the BJP, opposes the move, saying it goes against India’s culture and values. But proponents say there’s a basis in Indian law and history to grant LGBTQ these rights. Namrata Kolachalam reports from Mumbai.
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