In an unprecedented step, in response to this request, Justice N Anand Venkatesh made the decision to undergo psycho-education before delivering a judgment on same-sex relationships.

Justice approached psychologist Ms Vidya Dinakaran, seeking an appointment to gain a better understanding of these relationships and facilitate his personal growth in this regard.

This clause specifically targets instances of harassment committed by police officers against individuals from the queer community, as well as activists and NGO workers supporting them.

[10] On 7 June 2021, the court directed the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment to compile a list of NGOs, including community-based groups, with expertise in addressing the challenges faced by the queer community.

Specifically, the current curriculum for undergraduate students studying Forensic Medicine in their MBBS labels activities such as sodomy, lesbianism, oral sex, and transvestism (cross-dressing) as sexual offenses and perversions.

[12] On 31 August 2021, the court acknowledged that queerphobia was being perpetuated as acceptable in the education of future doctors, including potential psychiatrists and physicians who might interact with individuals from the queer community.

In response, the court directed the National Medical Commission and Indian Psychiatric Society to submit a report detailing their proposed measures for addressing this concern through essential revisions in the curriculum.

[7][8] On 6 December 2021, the court has issued a directive to the National Medical Commission, urging them to seriously contemplate revising the current competencies within the CBME-Curriculum, which presently incorporates offensive and unscientific terminology concerning the queer community.

The basis for this revision stems from the recommendations provided by the petitioners' counsel, which were developed after extensive consultation with a panel of medical doctors and professionals specializing in the field of medicine.

The court directed the National Medical Commission to take action against professionals involved in any form or method of "conversion therapy," including the withdrawal of their license to practice.

[4][5] On 7 June 2021, the court directed the educational institutes to make necessary amendment to policies and resources to include queer students in all spheres of school and college life.

[4][5] On 6 December 2021, the Court observed that the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) had developed an Action Plan to sensitize school teachers regarding gender non-conforming children.

Examples included the publication of news articles describing incidents such as: On 31 August 2021, the court observed that media's thoughtless commentary, coupled with dramatic embellishments and music, when "reporting" – though a familiar occurrence in our society – should not become a norm.

The court has entrusted the press with this responsibility, expecting heightened sensitivity in case reporting, while also ensuring the protection of individuals' identities featured in news articles.

The court recommended comprehensive actions to sensitize society, as well as the different branches of the Union and State governments, including the police and judiciary, with the objective of eliminating biases against the queer community.

In a democratic country like India, discussions and consultations must form the basis for any policy and pressure tactics cannot be allowed to shut down any policy, and if such an attitude is encouraged, it poses a greater danger to the fabric of this nation.On 29 January 2022, the State Government of Tamil Nadu introduced an amendment to the Tamil Nadu Subordinate Police Officers' Conduct Rules of 1964 by incorporating Rule 24-C.[16][17] No police officer shall indulge in any act of harassment of any person belonging to the LGBTQIA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual) + Community and the persons working for the welfare of the said community.

The accompanying order clarifies that "harassment," as referred to in this rule, excludes the right of the police to conduct inquiries in accordance with established legal procedures.

Moreover, authors of medical textbooks have been directed to amend content related to virginity and the queer community, ensuring alignment with scientifically credible literature, government guidelines, and court rulings.

Additionally, Medical Education Institutions are advised against endorsing books as recommended textbooks if they contain unscientific, derogatory, or discriminatory content concerning virginity and the queer community.

However, the specific nature of these alleged "anomalies" remains uncertain, and prior to verifying the legitimacy of the complainant's concerns, the NCERT decided to remove the manual from its website due to the public outcry.

[13][14] On 4 October 2021, the Additional Advocate General for State Government of Tamil Nadu highlighted that a prominent newspaper has taken progressive steps regarding media's role.

The finalized style guide is anticipated to benefit all involved in news reporting, ensuring respectful treatment of queer community without derogatory language.

[22][23] A division bench of the Bombay High Court, consisting of Justices Revati Mohite-Dere and Gauri Godse, presided over a plea filed by a lesbian couple.The couple sought directives from the authorities to secure suitable protection for one of them, while also requesting that no coercive measures be taken against the petitioner.