In addition, the NLS Queer Alliance was formed in 2014 to act as a support mechanism for the queer community in NLS, especially for the new entrants to the law school who were coming out. Barring an incident of vandalism a few years ago when homophobic slurs were written on the bulletin board of a queer professor, NLSIU has been described as generally being ‘tolerant’ towards queer issues. Those who came out in the first and second years report having had positive reactions from seniors who were queer,” the study says. “Several students have reported having come out about their alternate sexualities after coming to the school. Of the 397 respondents, 11 students declared themselves as belonging to the LGBTQ community, while four said they were unsure.

Source: The Hindu June 20, 2016 00:07 UTC