ANALYSING THE IMPACT AND IMPLICATIONS OF THE MARRIAGE LAW AMENDMENT BILL 2021 AND LAWS ON THE RIGHTS OF TRANSGENDER INDIVIDUALS AND SAME SEX MARRIAGE

This research project aims to give a complete examination of the implications and repercussions of the Marriage Law Amendment Bill 2021 and personal marriage laws on transgender people's rights and lived experiences. Legal rules governing marriage and gender recognition have long been a source of controversy and prejudice for transgender persons in many nations. The Marriage Law Amendment Bill 2021, in particular, provides a chance to assess its ramifications for this underserved population. The study takes a comparative approach to assessing the interaction between legislative changes and personal marriage laws impacting transgender people. It dives into the complexities of this interaction, addressing problems like as legal recognition of gender identity, marital equality, access to healthcare, and cultural acceptance. This research also looks at how diverse personal marriage laws, customs, and practices overlap with, or even clash with, the rights of transgender people in marriage. This study attempts to offer insight on the obstacles and possibilities experienced by transgender people in the context of marriage by studying the influence of these legal and social constructions. It also aims to provide insights that may be used to inspire legislative proposals, legal reforms, and cultural shifts that promote more inclusiveness and equality for transgender people in marriage.