Tamil Nadu leading the way with its LGBTQ policy despite its conservative image: Madras High Court

The Madras High Court praised Tamil Nadu's efforts to create a safe space for the transgender and LGBTQIA+ community through its Gender and Sexual Minority Policy. Justice Anand Venkatesh granted three more months for finalizing the policy, noting Tamil Nadu's progressive approach despite being viewed as conservative. \r

The judge expressed confidence that the policy would set a national precedent. Additionally, the Court directed the National Medical Commission to update the curriculum for Forensic Sciences and Psychiatry to reflect the 2022 notification deeming conversion therapy as professional misconduct. \r

The case originated from a 2022 plea by a homosexual couple seeking police protection, leading to several inclusive policy directives from Justice Venkatesh.