What is LGBT rights in the Maldives?
[[Homosexuality]] is illegal in the [[Maldives]]. In addition, the [[Maldives]] was one of the 67 signatory nations opposing the [[UN declaration on Sexual orientation and Gender Identity|UN declaration on sexual orientation and gender identity]], which failed to pass. ==Constitutional framework== In 2009 the Maldives enacted a new [[Constitution of the Maldives|Constitution]] that included a chapter on rights and freedoms, demonstrating the desire to embrace a new culture of human rights. However, this did not include any resolutions regarding LGBT human rights issues. == Recognition of same-sex relationships == The [[Maldives]] does not recognize [[same-sex marriages]], [[civil unions]], or [[domestic partnerships]]. == Discrimination protections == There is no legal protection against discrimination based on [[sexual orientation]] or [[gender identity]]. [[Category:LGBT rights by country|Maldives]] [[Category:Maldives]] {{Asia-stub}}