5 countries that have legalized same-sex marriage

By Tychyna TetianaMar 11, 2024 13:50 PMLite
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The Netherlands is the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage. Source: Pixabay

Modern society is facing changes in traditional ideas about marriage and family, including the recognition of same-sex marriage. This issue is becoming increasingly important as many countries in different parts of the world begin to adopt relevant laws.

While India is still considering petitions to legalize same-sex unions, a number of countries have already passed the necessary laws. Despite the fact that in some countries such changes in legislation cause controversy and protests, a number of European countries have supported sexual orientation, writes Newsbytesapp.

The Netherlands

The Netherlands became the first country in the world where same-sex people can get married. It started in 1998, when same-sex couples were allowed some privileges that were previously available only to different sexes. In December 2000, despite protests, the Dutch government changed the law to allow same-sex couples to marry. Since April 1, 2001, same-sex couples have been allowed to marry, divorce and adopt children.

Belgium

In 1998, same-sex couples in Belgium were able to form registered partnerships. However, it was only in 2003 that Belgium legalized same-sex marriage, giving them the same rights as heterosexual couples. This significant decision also recognized the official status of same-sex marriages performed outside the country. Three years later, in Belgium, same-sex couples were allowed to adopt children.

Spain

In 2005, Spain became the third country in the world to allow same-sex marriage, after the Netherlands and Belgium, despite strong opposition from conservative leaders and the Roman Catholic Church. The bill was proposed by José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, the newly elected Spanish Prime Minister from the Socialist Party. The law granted same-sex couples the same rights to marriage and adoption as heterosexual couples.

Canada

In 1999, Canada extended the right to marriage from civil law to same-sex couples, but it was not until 2005 that the country legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. This was a historic milestone that recognized the rights and legal privileges of LGBTQ+ couples. Although in 2006 the Conservative Party made some attempts to reverse this progress, the parliament stood firm and refused to reopen the debate.

Andorra

Andorra has recently joined the ranks of countries that have recognized same-sex marriage: the new law came into force on February 17, 2023. Previously, this European country granted certain rights to same-sex couples. In July 2022, legislation was passed to expand the rights of same-sex couples to marry, which finally came into force six months later.

Read the TravelWise article about the best places for the LGBT community in Brazil.

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