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    Indian National Congress (INC)

    The INC has shown increasing support for LGBTQ+ rights. In April 2024, it pledged to introduce same-sex civil unions in its electoral manifesto. In September 2024, the party established an internal group to promote LGBTQ+ rights, appointing activist Mario da Penha as its leader.

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    Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)

    The ruling BJP opposes the legalization of same-sex marriage. In 2023, the BJP-led Union Government expressed its opposition, arguing that such legalization would "destroy the social fabric" and is not in line with Indian cultural values.

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    Communist Party of India (Marxist)

    The CPI(M) supports LGBTQ+ rights, including legal recognition of same-sex relationships. In 2024, it endorsed same-sex civil unions and comprehensive anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ individuals.

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    Communist Party of India (CPI)

    The CPI has been vocal in supporting LGBTQ+ rights. In March 2023, it criticized the BJP's opposition to same-sex marriage and called for the protection of LGBTQIA+ community rights.

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    Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

    While AAP has not officially stated its position on same-sex marriage, the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights, a statutory body under the AAP-led Delhi Government, intervened to support extending marriage and adoption rights to LGBTQ+ individuals.

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    Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-SP)

    The NCP has taken steps toward LGBTQ+ inclusion. In September 2024, it appointed Anish Gawande, an LGBTQ+ activist, as its spokesperson, marking significant political recognition for the community

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    Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)

    The DMK has not officially decided on its stance regarding same-sex marriage. However, individual members, such as MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian, have expressed support for legal recognition of same-sex relationships

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    All India Trinamool Congress (TMC)

    The TMC supports same-sex marriage. In 2023, General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee endorsed legal recognition of same-sex marriages, reflecting the party's stance