History of Queerness and Feminisms in India

Date and Time: August 11, 2023; 10.00 am.

Medium: Google Meet

Speaker: Dr. Ponni Arasu

Activist, Lawyer and Researcher

Continuing the MA orientation programme for the first batch of students, the School of Gender Studies organized its second session on August 11th at 10:00 AM. Dr. Ponni Arasu, an accomplished Activist, Lawyer, and Researcher, served as the distinguished speaker. Dr. Arasu’s enlightening presentation on the “History of Queerness and Feminisms in India” provided a comprehensive exploration of the evolving landscape, enriching the student’s understanding of the intersectionality within gender studies. The session contributed significantly to fostering a nuanced appreciation of historical perspectives and diverse narratives in the realm of gender and queerness in the Indian context. The students actively participated in the Q&A session