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: The court formally recognized the "third gender" and affirmed that the right to self-identify one's gender is a fundamental human right under the Indian Constitution [4].

: The Criminal Tribes Act of 1871 labeled Hijras as "addicted to the systematic commission of non-bailable offences." This legislation institutionalized stigma, forcing a community that once held a recognized social role into the margins of society [3]. shemales from india

The Guru-Chela Relationship in Indian Trans-Communities , Sociology Review. : The court formally recognized the "third gender"

: In ancient Indian texts like the Mahabharata and the Ramayana , gender-fluid figures were often depicted with spiritual significance. Historically, Hijras were believed to hold the power to bestow blessings or curses, particularly at weddings and births [1]. : In ancient Indian texts like the Mahabharata

: The community operates under a unique "Gharana" system, where individuals join "houses" led by a guru (mentor). This structure provides a sense of family and protection for those often rejected by their biological kin [2]. The Impact of Colonialism

National Legal Services Authority v. Union of India , Supreme Court of India (2014).