Rights of Transgender Persons in India – Legal Reforms and Inclusive Progress

Rights of Transgender Persons in India – Legal Reforms and Inclusive Progress: Key Takeaways The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 and its Rules, 2020, ensure legal recognition, welfare measures, and protection against discrimination. The Government constituted a National Council for Transgender Persons under this Act through a notification dated 21st August, 2020. The SMILE initiative supports livelihood, healthcare, education, and rehabilitation of Marginalised Individuals through Garima Greh shelters and skill development programs. The National Portal for Transgender