Castrated males are no longer recognized as male by Indian law, nor are they considered female. Sudha is dusky and wears a salwar kameez, a traditional dress for women in India, but no make-up. She is a eunuch (or "aruvani" as they now prefer to be called) and represents a group of transsexuals seeking respect for their identity and greater acceptance in society.
India's eunuchs seek new way
India's eunuchs seek new way
India's eunuchs seek new way
Castrated males are no longer recognized as male by Indian law, nor are they considered female. Sudha is dusky and wears a salwar kameez, a traditional dress for women in India, but no make-up. She is a eunuch (or "aruvani" as they now prefer to be called) and represents a group of transsexuals seeking respect for their identity and greater acceptance in society.