CIVIL AND POLITICAL RIGHTS OF TRANSGENDERS IN INDIAN CONSTITUTIONAL PRESPECTIVE

ABSTRACT The notions to secure to its citizens of Justice, Equality and Unity have been the prime motto of the government. This article throws light on the status of transgenders in India, in the background of the courts having acknowledged the travesty of their being, and despite being sympathetic to them to the extent of even affording recognition, have been unable to ensure a dignified existence to them. The article analyses the statutory provisions that have not been sufficient to protect their rights which results in the violation of their basic fundamental rights. The intervention of the judiciary has been felt in realizing the rights of these communities and protecting them. The role played by the government of Tamil Nadu is much appreciated. The same is discussed herein-below by the researcher along with the recent developments after the verdict of the Supreme Court declaring “third gender” rights.