London – 8 January 2014
This Saturday, join the London protest for the repeal of India’s section 377, which criminalises homosexuality with life imprisonment.
Saturday 11 January, 2-5pm at the Indian High Commission, Aldwych, London WC2A 4NB. INFO: http://j.mp/KmxMf6
“This rally is in solidarity with LGBT Indians and their straight allies. We are urging the Indian Parliament to repeal section 377 of the Indian penal code. Late last year, the Supreme Court of India recriminalised homosexuality,” said James Howarth of the human rights lobby, the Peter Tatchell Foundation.
“Chapter XVI, Section 377, of the Indian Penal Code dates back to 1861. Imposed by the British during the colonial rule of India, it criminalises sexual activities ‘against the order of nature,’ including same-sex acts. It is a relic of colonialism, not an authentic indigenous law.
“Section 377 was declared unconstitutional with respect to sex between consenting adults by the High Court of Delhi on 2 July 2009. This judgement was overturned by the Supreme Court of India on 11 December 2013, with the Court ruling that amending or repealing Section 377 should be a matter left to parliament, not the judiciary.
“Indian LGBTs seek our solidarity. Show you care. The battle for LGBT freedom is a global one. Join us. Attend this protest.
“Please forward this invitation to all of your Email, Twitter and Facebook friends. Don’t just share it, invite everyone you know. We need your help to spread the word and ensure a turnout that will send a message to India that the time has come for LGBT equality,” said Mr Howarth.
Please tweet:
Protest #India ban on #gay sex. This Sat 11 Jan, 2-5pm, Indian High Commission London. INFO http://j.mp/KmxMf6 #LGBTIndiaProtest