The Key Identifying Characteristic of Hijras Is Their

question 4

Multiple Choice

The key identifying characteristic of hijras is their:

• A) Desire to dress in female clothing.
• B) Adoption of female social roles.
• C) Sexual impotence and in-between sex/gender status.
• D) Taking of a female name.

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