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@article{209505,
        author = {Krishna Karthik and RANJU MEENAKSHI L and RAMAKRISHNA L},
        title = {Recognition for Transgenders in India – Social Security & Legal Provisions},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {5},
        pages = {2058-2065},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=209505},
        abstract = {The psychological and social aspects are distinct from biological and physiological factors; they are important for overall well-being in human beings. Transgender people may experience gender dysphoria, but not every transgender person experiences it. Discrimination, stigma, bullying, and social rejection can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression. Acceptance, supportive families, inclusive healthcare, and respect for gender identity can improve mental health and quality of life. Hijra and Kinner are important terms in understanding the cultural diversity and history of gender-diverse communities in northern parts of India. Similarly, the terms Aravani and Thirunangai are respectful Tamil term for a transgender in southern India. Both may refer to members of traditional transgender communities, but their usage varies by region and personal preference. Respecting each individual's chosen identity and avoiding derogatory language are essential to promoting equality, dignity, and social inclusion. 
There exit provisions to protect transgender people such as Article 14, Articles 15 & 16, Article 19(1)(a) and Article 21. The Supreme Court recognized transgender people's constitutional rights in the NALSA judgment of 2014.  The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019, as amended, provides a separate statutory framework addressing discrimination against transgender people, including in education, employment, healthcare, and access to public services. The Authors here are trying to make an attempt to study the application of Article 17 of the Constitution of India against the atrocities on Transgenders, where the Article 17 abolishes untouchability and prohibits its practice in any form. It states that enforcing any disability arising out of untouchability is an offence punishable in accordance with law.},
        keywords = {Transgender, Legal Provisions, Challenges, Article, Aravani, Thirunangai, Hijra, Kinnera.},
        month = {October},
        }