Shikhandi
In 'Shikhandi', Devdutt Pattanaik examines gender and sexuality within Indian mythology, drawing from lesser-known narratives in epics and Puranas. The book spotlights characters who challenge conventional gender roles and societal expectations, revealing how ancient Indian culture depicted complex themes of gender fluidity, transgender identities, and same-sex relationships.Central to the book is the story of Shikhandi from the Mahabharata, a figure born female but raised male, whose actions ar
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Devdutt Pattanaik is an accomplished author and educator whose published works and academic contributions are widely featured across schools, universities, and readers in Nepal.
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