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Gay sex among consenting adults legal: Delhi HC

July 02, 2009 11:03 IST

In a historic judgment, the Delhi High Court on Thursday legalised gay sex among consenting adults.

The amendment in Section 377 will decriminalise homosexuality, said the Delhi HC.

Gay rights activists across India have hailed the judgment.

Further details are awaited.

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