International Journal of Social Science Research (IJSSR)

Gender Equality in Legal Framework: Analysis of the Rights of LGBT Community in India

There is a wide range of sexual orientations and gender identities that are represented within the LGBT community, which is comprised of persons who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender. Through the course of history, this community has been subjected to stigma, discrimination, and marginalisation from society. Lesbians are women who are attracted to other women, whereas gay people are primarily males who are drawn to other men. However, the term "gay" can refer to people of any gender who are attracted to others of the same gender. Persons who identify as bisexual are attracted to both their gender and other genders, while transgender persons have a gender identification that is distinct from the sex they were assigned at birth. Ongoing obstacles are faced by the LGBT community about the stigma that is associated with society, legal safeguards, and equal rights. Continuous discrimination and a lack of acceptance continue to have a negative influence on many facets of life, including access to basic rights, work opportunities, and healthcare. Although there has been success in certain regions, there is still a requirement for ongoing activism and legislative reforms to guarantee complete inclusion and equality for LGBT people all over the world. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of the legislative measures that are currently in place in India to safeguard the rights of the LGBT population and to analyse the practical ramifications of these policies. The purpose of this research is to provide important insights into the state of the progressive legal landscape by delving further into the implications of recent legislative changes on the protection of LGBT rights inside the nation. To shed light on areas that require analysis and amendment for improving the LGBT community, the author will investigate the challenges and shortcomings that are inherent in the existing legislative system.