Nepal is considering a "Romeo-Juliet Clause" to differentiate consensual teenage relationships from rape. The proposed amendment would exempt romantic or physical relationships between 16-18 year olds with a three-year age gap from statutory rape charges, provided there's no coercion or exploitation. This aims to address cases where families allegedly misused current laws against consensual adolescent unions.

The Balendra Shah govt in Nepal is planning to change its statutory rape law by introducing a “Romeo-Juliet” clause that would prevent consensual relationships between teenagers…

Nepal is considering a "Romeo-Juliet Clause" to differentiate consensual teenage relationships from rape. The proposed amendment would exempt romantic or physical relationships…