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Bbc: Week of 12 16 13: Why India's Gay Community Is in Shock ArticleBbc: Week of 12 16 13: Why India's Gay Community Is in Shock Article
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Bbc: Week of 12 16 13: Why India's Gay Community Is in Shock

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Recently, the goverment of India shocked its LGBT population by deciding to enforce a colonial-era law that forbids same sex relationships. Learn why so many Indians view this as a devastating step backwards in the battle for human rights.

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gay rights, homophobia, human rights

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