Archana Nathan
In Southern India, Women Are Being Sexually Exploited in the Name of God
The Devadasi practice that makes women ‘wives of god’ might have been banned, but women are still finding themselves stuck in the inhuman tradition.
Inside the Struggles of an African-Origin Community Living in India’s Forests to Keep Its Homes
“Maybe the worry is that one day, we’ll be as popular and powerful as Obama if we are given our rights to a piece of land.”
'Ban Alcohol or We Won't Vote': Rural Women in South India Warn Political Leaders
Reeling from the consequences of rampant alcoholism among men in rural areas, many women in the south Indian state of Karnataka are protesting using their vote.
Trans People in India Speak Up About Why They Are Unable to Vote This Election
"I earn my livelihood through begging and sex work. Who will give me an income certificate?"