Menaka Guruswamy Takes Oath, Becomes India’s First Openly Queer MP

Menaka Guruswamy Takes Oath, Becomes India’s First Openly Queer MP:

Menaka Guruswamy took oath as the Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha and she became the India’s first openly queer (LGBTQ+) MP. This will be marks the major step forward for the LGBTQ+ representation in Indian politics and reflecting the gradual shift towards the inclusivity and acceptance. She known for her role to shaping constitutional law and her entry into Parliament is being seen as the powerful symbol of progress, equality.Oath taking ceremony of Menaka Guruswamy as MP is not just the personal milestone but it is the defining moment in India’s political and social journey.Her appointment signifies breaking the barriers in the traditionally conservative political space and will also increased the visibility of LGBTQ+ voices in policymaking.This moment will place the India among those countries where openly queer leaders are step into the mainstream politics.