La ley castiga severamente las relaciones homosexuals

The president of Uganda signed a controversial law imposing severe penalties on homosexual acts. While popular in Uganda, international human rights groups have criticized it. The law includes 14-year sentences for first-time offenders and life imprisonment for 'aggravated homosexuality.' The president, initially opposed, changed his stance after Ugandan scientists claimed no genetic basis for homosexuality. He is open to revising the law if Western scientists prove otherwise.

What is the general international reaction to Uganda's new law on homosexuality?

• It is widely supported.

• It is criticized for its severity.

• It is celebrated for its progressiveness.

• It is ignored.

What is the penalty for first-time offenders under Uganda's new law?

• A fine

• 14 years of imprisonment

• Community service

• Life imprisonment

What does 'aggravated homosexuality' include according to the law?

• Any form of public display of affection

• Habitual homosexual acts and acts involving minors, disabled individuals, or HIV-positive participants

• Only acts involving HIV-positive participants

• Only acts involving minors

Why did President Museveni change his position on the law?

• Due to international pressure

• After a Ugandan scientific team found no genetic basis for homosexuality

• Because of a public referendum

• Following a court ruling

Under what condition did President Museveni express willingness to review the law?

• If there is a change in government

• If Western scientists prove a genetic basis for homosexuality

• If the law is deemed unconstitutional

• If there is a public protest