03/12/2022
LGBT Sri Lanka
Technically and somewhat astonishingly, it is illegal to be gay in Sri Lanka, as of 1886 when British colonialists made the ruling. While conservative lawmakers still refuse to repeal the law and the Sri Lankan government can be heard making incendiary comments on the matter, it should be noted that the countryโs supreme court declared these laws dormant and unenforced (the last conviction made 60 years ago). Among Sri Lankan society, rather more progressive views prosper and locals are discreetly accepting of same-sex unions.
When looking for Sri Lanka gay information, it is advised to be discreet and acknowledge that most local g**s are still closeted. In spite of all of this, the Colombo gay scene is quietly thriving, particularly around the areas of Col 1, Col 3 and Col 7.
