LGBTQ
Evolution of Pride Flag
The Pride flag has become an iconic symbol of the LGBTQIA+ community, representing diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Over the years, the flag has evolved to incorporate new elements and colors, each carrying significant meaning. The Original Rainbow Pride Flag ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
FDA Eases Restrictions on Blood Donations from Gay and Bisexual Men
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially lifted its long-standing restrictions on blood donations from gay and bisexual men. These changes mark a significant step towards ending discriminatory practices and implementing a more inclusive approach to blood donation. ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Bill 2023
The Ugandan parliament has recently passed the Anti-Homosexuality Bill 2023, which proposes stringent penalties for anyone engaging in sex with a person of the same gender. The punishments range from imprisonment to capital punishment, and even entities like media groups, ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Q+A: India’s Ban on Blood Donations by Gay and Transgender People
In India, gay and transgender individuals face discrimination in many forms. One such discrimination is the ban on them donating blood. After a petition was filed to challenge this ban, the Indian government defended the exclusion by citing scientific evidence ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs • Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
‘International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia’
May 17th is observed as International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia. This theme for this year is “Our Bodies, Our Lives, Our Rights.” What is the objective of the day? The objective is to coordinate events worldwide that raise ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
Chile passes law allowing same-sex marriage
Chile has passed a law permitting same-sex couples to marry on December 9, 2021. Highlights The adopt was signed into law by President Sebastian Pinera during a event attended by activists for LGBT and broader human rights. The ceremony was ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2021
United Nations: India’s KHUDOL declared one of Top 10 Global Initiatives to fight COVID-19
On May 22, 2020, the United Nations listed the KHUDOL initiative of Manipur as one of the top 10 global initiatives to fight against COVID-19. Highlights KHUDOL is an initiative of a NGO called Ya_All. Under the initiative, the NGO ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2020
Taiwan: First Asian country to Legalise Same-Sex Marriage
On May 17, 2019 in a landmark decision, Taiwan became the first country in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage thus giving gay couples the ‘Right to Marry’. Key Highlights About: The Taiwanese parliament took the historic step by passing a ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019