The govt's reasoning is that there is no broad consensus on the
matter yet. Moreover our society, as a whole, is still not ready to
embrace that lifestyle.
Many critics argue that this may lead to the govt coming out with
discrimination laws targeting minorities. But they forget it is
balance we are arguing about here.
And what's the big deal with 377A? So what if it is repealed? If
the society is not willing to accept you, if people in general
still discriminate you, do you think gays can walk proudly along
the street?
With or without IR, certain religious groups still see gambling as
bad. With or without 377A, certain religious groups still
disapprove of homosexuality.