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What is Nepal's proposed 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in rape law?
short by Daisy Mowke / on Wednesday, 20 May, 2026
Nepal is considering a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause aimed at preventing consensual relationships between teenagers close in age from automatically being treated as rape cases. Currently, any sexual relationship involving person under 18 is automatically classified as statutory rape. The clause would create a limited exemption category for adolescents whose age difference doesn't exceed 3 years.
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