Transgender women in India have a deep-seated cultural history, often associated with the Hijra community, which has existed for centuries with recognized ceremonial roles. While historically marginalized, a significant turning point occurred in 2014 when the Supreme Court's NALSA judgment officially recognized the "third gender," granting basic civil rights and legal status.
Follow trans-led organizations (like The Humsafar Trust ) and individual activists to get a true sense of their daily lives and challenges.
: Anjali Ameer became the first trans woman to play a lead female role in a major Indian film, starring in the 2019 movie Peranbu .
