• Veena Singh
• Dr. Reena Jain

The Transgender/ Hijra community has a very low socio- economic status due to non acceptance and discrimination by their own families and society. Education is one of the strongest weapons against oppression. This study attempts to answer the question: Is education elevating the economic empowerment of Transgender/Hijras? Economic empowerment is a pre-requirement for sustainable growth. It is crucial for Transgender/Hijras in supporting their rights and making them capable of having control over their lives and making an impact in society. The population of this study is Transgender/Hijras of age group of 18 years to above 50 years in Lucknow. The sample size is 38 Transgender/Hijras. The data was collected through in- depth interviews. Case study and focus group discussion methods were used. The findings show that literate Transgender /Hijras are economically empowered than illiterate Transgender/Hijras.

Transgender, Hijras, Economic Empowerment, Literate, Illiterate

"Role of Education in Economic Empowerment of Transgender/Hijras", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.6, Issue 3, page no.668-672, March-2019, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1903499.pdf

"Role of Education in Economic Empowerment of Transgender/Hijras", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.6, Issue 3, page no. pp668-672, March-2019, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1903499.pdf