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India: Identity crisis for India's eunuchs

Started by Natasha, January 02, 2008, 05:14:21 PM

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India: Identity crisis for India's eunuchs

http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JA03Df03.html
By Shuriah Niazi
01/03/2008

In India eunuchs are commonly called hijras and estimates of their numbers range from 50,000 to 5 million. Most earn their livelihood by the age-old tradition of performing at weddings, baby showers and housewarmings.
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