National Current Affairs
Bhumika Shrestha Becomes Nepal’s First Transgender Woman Lawmaker
- 28 Mar 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Bhumika Shrestha has made history by becoming the first transgender woman lawmaker of Nepal, marking a significant milestone in South Asia’s political and social inclusivity.
Key Points
- Historic Election: Bhumika Shrestha was confirmed as a proportional-representation MP for the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).
- She is a Nepalese LGBTQ+ rights activist and actress, known for her work with the Blue Diamond Society advocating for gender and sexual minority rights.
- She was born in Kathmandu and has been a prominent figure in Nepal’s transgender community.
- Responsibilities: She aims to raise issues of LGBTQ+ and gender minorities in Parliament, including gaps in legal protections, anti-discrimination measures, and inclusive policies.
- LGBTQ+ Rights in Nepal:
- Discrimination based on sexual orientation was legally banned in Nepal in 2007.
- Nepal officially recognized the third gender in citizenship and other official documents in 2013.
- In 2023, Nepal’s Supreme Court permitted the registration of same-sex and transgender marriages.
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