num_pages: 32
description: All things queer are not sexual.Ancient mythological texts often mention queerness quite openly and not all of these instances have sexual or romantic undertones.There are instances where queerness is used as a tool to demonstrate and eventually overcome patriarchal bias. Instances where a god may change genders for their love of dance. Or when friendship and loyalty are so important to some that they will do what it takeseven if it means changing gendersto keep their word.In Gender &amp; Sexuality in Indian Mythology Devdutt Pattanaik examines three different perspectives on gender and sexuality in Indian mythology. Read on.
language: English
title: Gender & Sexuality in Indian Mythology:
publisher: Penguin