Victims of Violence But Justice Denied: A Reflection Of Transgender Community In India

Abstract

Abstract

Sex is an identity. It is what a person is born with. But at times, few people might not be comfortable with the sex they are born with. Today though there are several options available to change their sex and identity, it is not easy. The society and the taboos associated with sex and gender are deep rooted. One community which is constantly caught between the battle of body and mind is ‘Transgenders’. They are subjected to various sorts of abuse. Physical abuse is the most common form of torture they endure. But they are also forced to undergo emotional, psychological and sexual abuse. Though they are victims of abuse, though violence is inflicted on them regularly, justice is not often found. They continue to suffer in silence. The police who should be the protectors also turn out to be oppressor at times. This article discusses through case studies and statistics the nature of violence inflicted upon transgender people and also provides suggestions for making this world a better place for them to survive.

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