Critically examine the theoretical arguments of social constructionism and queer theory regarding the categories of sex and gender. How do these arguments illuminate contemporary debates about transgender rights and the controversies over the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2018 in Pakistan? Support your answer with examples from legal debates and activism.
Debate #217 · Gender and women
Should Pakistan legally recognise self-identified gender for transgender persons?
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Examiners want: status of third gender, the 2018 Act and its controversies, legal challenges, theoretical arguments, activism examples
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Why is there no status of the third gender in Pakistan?
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