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Homosexuality, Sodomy Legislation/Cases/References
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The criminal law in Bangladesh prohibits consensual sex between same-sex couples [R1.1].

The Penal Code, 1860 (Act XLV of 1860) Section 377 "Unnatural Offences" provides -

"Whoever voluntary has carnal intercourse against the order of nature with man, woman, or animal, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description which may extend to life, or up to 10 years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Explanation: Penetration is sufficient to constitute the offence as described in this section." [R1.1].
R1.1 ILGA: "State-Sponsored Homophobia" May 08
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Transgender, Transexual Legislation/Cases/References
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In 2008, a Bangladeshi court ruled that transgender people are fully-fledged citizens and must have the right to vote [R1.1].
R1.1 PinkNews.co.uk: "Transgender Bangladeshis to Vote Today" 29 DEC 08
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