Artwork by Sabita Dangol.
Artwork by Sabita Dangol.

Sex and marriage in Nepal

The Nepali Supreme Court's landmark decision against virginity tests reaffirms the legal definition of marriage but it is not as progressive as it appears to be.

The Nepali Supreme Court's landmark decision against virginity tests is not any more progressive than it needs to be.

In the changing social context, to preserve virginity, or to indulge in sexual activities with the person of one's choice is an individual decision. Some people are open about their sex lives; others have secret relationships. Having a sexual relationship does not change a woman's legal status.

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