No. The Constitution limits marriage to opposite-sex couples only. Homosexual activity was never illegal in Burundi until November 22, 2009 when a new law criminalizing such acts was passed.
Law No. 1/05, Article 567, provides for imprisonment from 3 months to 2 years and a fine of 50,000 to 100,000 francs.
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No, same-sex marriage is not legal in Burundi. The country's laws do not recognize or allow for same-sex marriages.
The legal marriage age for boys in India is 21 years.
The legal age for marriage in England is 16 with parental consent. Without parental consent, the legal age is 18.
Yes, consensual sex between adults is legal in India, whether before or after marriage. However, there are laws in place to prevent specific forms of sexual activity, such as rape, child marriage, and child sexual abuse.
Yes, a marriage can still be legal even if the couple chooses not to have sex. In most countries, the lack of consummation does not affect the legal validity of the marriage contract. Marriage is a legal and social union that involves a variety of rights and responsibilities beyond just the physical aspect of the relationship.
No, a marriage license is a legal document that allows a couple to get married. The marriage license must be signed by both parties, an authorized officiant, and witnesses to make the marriage legally binding.