Revision: LGBTQIA+ Issues

Revision: LGBTQIA+ Issues 18 Sep 2024

Revision: LGBTQIA+ Issues

Challenges Faced by the LGBTQIA+ Community in India

  • Discrimination: Experienced across employment, housing, healthcare, and education.
  • Social Stigma: Homophobia and transphobia lead to marginalisation and mental health issues.
  • Violence and Abuse: High rates of violence, particularly affecting transgender individuals.
  • Limited Access: Challenges in accessing services like education, healthcare, and employment.
  • Lack of Laws: Absence of comprehensive anti-discrimination laws specific to sexual orientation or gender identity.
  • Underrepresentation: Limited presence in politics and media.
  • Implementation Gaps: Existing protections are poorly enforced.
  • Rural Challenges: Lack of access to support and resources in rural areas.

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Consequences of Discrimination

  • High Dropout Rates: LGBTQIA+ youth often face discrimination in schools, leading to high dropout rates.
  • Poverty: Limited job opportunities contribute to poverty and exploitation.
  • Mental Health: Elevated rates of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
  • Homelessness: Many LGBTQIA+ youth experience homelessness due to family rejection.
Mains Question:

Q. Examine the legal and societal challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in India. What measures can be adopted to address these issues? (15M, 250 words)

 

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