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Litreture review This paper observes this definition of homosexuality:A sexual orientation characterized by aesthetic attraction, romantic love, and sexual desire exclusively or almost exclusively for members of the same sex or gender identity. (wikipedia-See homosexuality) The term, homosexual was coined by Karl-Maria Kertbeny, by protesting an anti sodomy law (gayhistrory.com). At that moment in time (circa 1869) the social stigma towards homosexuals was great as men were portrayed to be masculine and leader like. Karl, who was a heterosexual, was fighting a more personal war after his homosexual friend committed suicide due to being blackmailed by an extortionist. From that point onwards, the gay movement started to grow. Gay festivals like the world renowned gay parade have gained in popularity. It has become more than just celebrating one’s sexual orientation, its become a celebration of human independence. From a topic that was subject to so many stigmas, homosexuality became a symbol of sexual independence. The first country to recognize gay marriages and rights was Denmark (Civil Partnership 1989).

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Definition (the one we choose) How it started o Who pioneered it o What was done to fight for it When was it fought for o Who was the main person that is remembered for What happen o Mardi Gras, Gay parade o Gay politicians Milestones o First country to grant civil rights to same sex couples o Currently which countries are legalizing Malaysian context o Stigma before o What is seen of homosexuals now Islamic context

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o Not recognized o Punishable o Sodomy being a major sin Developments in the country o Human rights activists o Homosexuals being less harassed o Some actually get away with it