MARGINS TO MAINSTREAM: THE STATUS OF TRANSGENDER PERSONS' RIGHT TO EDUCATION IN INDIA

• Pramod Tiwari

  Law Centre II, University of Delhi

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• Shubham Pandey

  Law Centre II, University of Delhi

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Despite various legal reforms and official support, the transgender community continues to face violence and discrimination. The social status of transgender individuals has seen little improvement through these legislative measures. While a small, informed segment of the community benefits from these changes, a large portion still suffers injustice and marginalization. To reduce the vulnerabilities faced by transgender people in India, there must be widespread collaboration across all sectors of society. Society’s perception of transgender individuals needs to shift significantly. Due to limited opportunities, many are forced into begging and sex work, exposing them to abuse and social stigma. Rather than judging their means of livelihood, society should develop greater empathy and understanding toward their circumstances. One of the major obstacles to transgender individuals securing decent employment is the lack of access to quality education. Every transgender child should be guaranteed their fundamental right to education, free from any discrimination at both primary and higher levels. The government must enforce strict penalties against institutions that deny admission based on gender identity. The following steps can be taken to improve the conditions of the transgender community:

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