Same-sex marriage refers to the legal union of two individuals of the same gender. It grants them the same rights and responsibilities as heterosexual couples. The recognition of same-sex marriage varies globally. In some countries, it is celebrated and protected by law. In others, it remains illegal or unrecognised. The movement for same-sex marriage has been a significant aspect of LGBTQ+ rights advocacy.
The U.S. Supreme Court’s refusal to revisit Obergefell v. Hodges last month was a reminder that legal equality, once secured, develops deep constitutional roots. Yet the more consequential...
