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Nepal Set to Issue IDs For "Third Gender"

An official says Nepal's government has ordered issuance of citizenship certificates with the label third gender for people who do not wish to be identified as male or female.

Activists hailed the decision, saying it was an achievement for gay and transgender rights.

Home Ministry Bhola Siwakot the order has been issued to all the district administration offices.

Source: Jakarta Post. Read full article. (link)

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  • RightNut| |

    How is it an achievement for gay rights?

    As far as I know gay people are either male or female.

  • CosmoBro| |

    Sure. Whatever makes people feel better.

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