This research paper focusses on the deteriorating condition of genderqueers, mainly transgenders, in West Punjab of Pakistan and whether the society is responsible or they themselves dont want to change their way of living.
The sample consisted of a 100 plus people who are living in major and small cities of West Punjab of Pakistan and are withing an age range from 15-55 years. A detailed questionnaire based interview method is used for this paper. The questionnaire was divided into four parts: a) Demographic and basic information b) personal beliefs; c) problems faced and d) relevant solutions to the problems. Interviews were also conducted from experts in this field. The main purpose was that presently they are engaged in professions that are not honorable and to know about whether they themselves choose or are not accepted by the society. Positive aspect is that there is a high tendency of willingness to change their way of living and also support from the society and genderqueers is required to work on the solution of the problem.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Literature Review
3. Research Questions
4. Methodology
5. Analysis of Data and Discussion
6. Conclusion
7. Recommendations
8. References
Research Objectives and Key Topics
This research evaluates the status of the genderqueer population in West Punjab, Pakistan, focusing on their socioeconomic challenges, societal acceptance, and their own willingness to pursue alternative, mainstream career paths.
- Socioeconomic status and professional engagement of genderqueer individuals.
- Societal perceptions, prejudice, and the impact of marginalization in Punjab.
- Evaluation of government interventions, such as National Identity Card (NIC) issuance and job quotas.
- The influence of community systems (Guru culture) on lifestyle and employment choices.
- Barriers to healthcare access and the role of systemic discrimination.
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Introduction
We are all acquainted with two sorts of sex i.e. Male and Female. They get training, legitimate adolescence, love from guardians, they carry out their employments/obligations for the nation, they get married, they interest for rights and appreciate them, they replicate and the cycle of this world continues moving. Aside from these two there are individuals who are neither male nor female which just infers that those individuals can't replicate. Their powerlessness to repeat does not imply that they are not human. They are precisely similar to the next two in each other part of life. These individuals are generally known as paired or genderqueeer individuals. Genderqueer is a descriptor used to connote them. In first world nations genderqueer people have rights and they participate in all the regular activities of life. They get instruction and professional employments and carry on with an ordinary life. Genderqueer people have been part of Punjab for past five thousand years. They have lived helplessly among us and are continuing to do so. In Pakistan genderqueer individuals involve extraordinary discourse.
In Punjab as opposed to being in school and college youthful genderqueer individuals are on the streets and moving houses. Rather than being filled in with books they are secured with makeup. Government does not give careful consideration towards them. There are no separate schools for them from government, no extraordinary shares for them in colleges or in government occupations. They do not have any rights, regardless of the possibility that the administration gives them a few rights, individuals of other genders are so thin-minded that they feel embarrassed and slighted while working or concentrating on with them. Those same individuals do not feel embarrassed when they employ the genderqueer individuals to move for them. They do not feel affronted when genderqueer individuals come and stimulate their visitors at weddings and different gatherings.
Summary of Chapters
Introduction: Outlines the identity and marginalization of the genderqueer community in Punjab, highlighting their exclusion from mainstream societal institutions.
Literature Review: Discusses existing research on genderqueers, addressing gaps in understanding their social integration and the conflicting narratives regarding their willingness to change current life circumstances.
Research Questions: Defines the core inquiry regarding whether genderqueer individuals are primarily rejected by the state/society or if they consciously choose their current lifestyle.
Methodology: Describes the mixed-methods approach using primary survey data from the general public in Punjab and interviews with genderqueer individuals and NGO experts.
Analysis of Data and Discussion: Analyzes survey responses and qualitative interviews, exploring themes like healthcare access, police harassment, and the perception of economic opportunities.
Conclusion: Synthesizes findings, concluding that while state support has increased, the community faces persistent social stigma and internal cultural barriers.
Recommendations: Proposes actionable steps for the government and society to integrate genderqueers, including education, employment quotas, and legislative protection.
References: Lists the academic journals, media articles, and video documentation used to support the research findings.
Keywords
Genderqueer, West Punjab, Marginalization, Social Inclusion, Human Rights, Economic Recession, Identity, Socioeconomic Status, Government Quotas, Community Culture, Healthcare Access, Societal Stigma, Discrimination, Empowerment, Pakistan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research paper?
The paper evaluates the living conditions and socioeconomic status of the genderqueer population in West Punjab, specifically examining factors that lead to their alienation from mainstream society.
What are the primary thematic areas explored?
Key themes include societal rejection, government policy effectiveness (such as NIC issuance), access to healthcare and education, and the influence of cultural structures like the Guru-led community system.
What is the main research question?
The research investigates whether the alienation of genderqueers is a result of societal and governmental rejection or if there is a deliberate choice by individuals to remain within their current lifestyle.
Which methodology was employed for data collection?
The researchers used a combination of primary research, involving questionnaires distributed to the general public and interviews with genderqueer individuals and NGO representatives, alongside secondary analysis of existing documentation.
What topics are covered in the main body of the paper?
The main body analyzes survey statistics regarding public perception, provides qualitative insights from field interviews, and discusses systemic barriers such as a lack of job security and healthcare discrimination.
Which keywords define the research?
Significant terms include genderqueer, West Punjab, social marginalization, institutional discrimination, and the pursuit of human rights within the Pakistani context.
How does the Guru culture impact genderqueer individuals?
The paper suggests that the community structure, managed by a Guru, creates a unique cultural system that, while providing a form of community, may also restrict members from pursuing mainstream employment.
What is the author's stance on government interventions?
The research concludes that although the government of Pakistan has taken positive steps like issuing NICs and establishing job quotas, these measures have yet to significantly improve the daily lives of the majority due to deep-seated social bias.
Why is the police force mentioned in the context of genderqueers?
The research highlights that members of the community often face harassment and abuse from law enforcement, despite the police's theoretical role as the protectors of citizens' rights.
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- Haseeb Tariq (Autor:in), Ahmed Hassan (Autor:in), Saad Hassan (Autor:in), Harris Ahmed (Autor:in), Hashim Nawaz (Autor:in), Hamza Bhatty (Autor:in), 2016, An analysis of the factors responsible for the alienation of genderqueers in West Punjab Pakistan, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/342754
