What is Hijra? – Conclusion
What is Hijra? – Conclusion The hijras number three billion people, making up a significant portion of India’s population. It’s a frequent misconception that all… Read More »What is Hijra? – Conclusion
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What is Hijra? – Mythological References to the Hijra Community
In Hindu mythology, the hijras are mentioned numerous times. When Lord Rama and his wife Sita and brother Lakshman were about to embark on their… Read More »What is Hijra? – Mythological References to the Hijra Community
What is Hijra? – Depiction of the Third Gender in Indian Films and Literature
Movies have the potential to be a strong medium for social change or, at the very least, to allow the general public to reflect on… Read More »What is Hijra? – Depiction of the Third Gender in Indian Films and Literature
What is Hijra? – Rising Against the Odds: Transgender Achievers
Despite the world and their own bodies conspiring against them, a few members of the LGBT community have triumphed. These individuals have succeeded in defying… Read More »What is Hijra? – Rising Against the Odds: Transgender Achievers
What is Hijra? – No Country for Hijras to Live in Peace?
State and societal discrimination The Supreme Court of India issued a ruling on April 15, 2014, recognizing the three million and a half people in… Read More »What is Hijra? – No Country for Hijras to Live in Peace?
What is Hijra? – The Nirvan or Emasculation Ceremony: A Rite of Passage
The Nirvan, or ancient castration ceremonies to convert a previous male into a hijra, was the most terrifying aspect of the hijras’ lives that I… Read More »What is Hijra? – The Nirvan or Emasculation Ceremony: A Rite of Passage
What is Hijra? – The Hijras’ Husbands
A young man came up to us just as I was thanking Trisha and seeing her go until the end of the street where she… Read More »What is Hijra? – The Hijras’ Husbands
What is Hijra? – Hijra Femininity
Despite the fact that hijras are classified as neither men nor women, they identify solely with the female gender. They are very proud of their… Read More »What is Hijra? – Hijra Femininity
What is Hijra? – Hijras Organize into Jamat
Every human clan is separated along community lines in order to function successfully and keep anarchy at bay. The hijras are no exception. The… Read More »What is Hijra? – Hijras Organize into Jamat
What is Hijra? – Hijras’ Traditional Occupation
Beggary, prostitution, performing for a badhai (or tip), being a guru and functioning as a dai ma (or midwife) appear to be traditional hijra jobs… Read More »What is Hijra? – Hijras’ Traditional Occupation