Beyond The Margins: Navigating The Education, Employment And Psycho-Social Realities Of The Third Gender In Bihar|Mukta Mani|MLBD Publications

About The Book:
Indian mythology talks about the Trans presence. There are numerous instances and tales of various characters in our epics who are known for their diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. What could be a better example than the depiction of Lord Shiva as ‘Ardhnarishwar’?However, contemporary reality for the third-gender community stands in stark contrast to these ancient traditions. Despite constitutional guarantees of equality, third-gender people, or transgender individuals, face severe social stigma,discrimination, and various forms of gender-based violence, leading to profound socio-economic vulnerability and mental health struggles. To counteract this marginalisation, providing equitable access to education and employment is essential. This book interrogates the current landscape of education and employment for the third-gender community in Bihar from a psycho-social perspective, highlighting the need for systemic change. It not only provides readers with empirical data but also helps ‘normalise’ transgender experiences in academic and professional discourse, moving beyond stereotypes.