Aravanis, Hijra, Baklas and Waria: A Multi-cultural Historical Comparison of Ethnic Non-binary Gender Identities in India, Philippines and Indonesia
History and Sociology of South Asia
Published online on October 27, 2025
Abstract
History and Sociology of South Asia, Volume 20, Issue 1, Page 7-20, January 2026.
The study lays the groundwork for an innovative blueprint of comparative analysis by examining theAravanis/Hijras, WariasandBaklas.The article employs these three clusters to illustrate the historical precedent for diverse gender roles and the ...
The study lays the groundwork for an innovative blueprint of comparative analysis by examining theAravanis/Hijras, WariasandBaklas.The article employs these three clusters to illustrate the historical precedent for diverse gender roles and the ...