Abstract
The transgender term is used for people around the world who have different gender identity from the sex assigned to most of the people. This community has existed in all cultures and nations of the world. The transgender living in Pakistan have been facing multiple problems and their identity is not accepted by many in country. The current study aimed to identify the significant issues faced by this community in Pakistan. The study has focused on highlighting socio economic and
psychological challenges faced by the transgender in Pakistan. The study is quantitating in nature and has used descriptive research design. A question air was developed for 200 respondents to gain significant findings. The study revealed numerous challenges faced by transgender community which included low socio economic status, issues in education and health facilities, stigmatization, and social exclusion. The respondents informed of using drugs, facing psychological disorders and found in indulging in criminal activities because of the life they lead. The study has recommended social awareness and concrete legislation for
the recognition and participation of this community in mainstream social cycles.
Sonia Omer, Sadia Jabeen, Syeda Narjis Sherazi. (2021) Historical Context and Situational Analysis of Rife Socio-economic Manifestations of Transgender Community in Lahore City, Journal of the Punjab University Historical Society, Volume 34, Issue 1.
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