Individuals whose culture identifies them as "neither man nor woman" in India are called

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The term "hijra" is used in India to refer to individuals who are biologically male but identify as neither man nor woman. They are often considered a third gender and are frequently associated with religious and spiritual rituals. The term "berdache" is not commonly used in Indian culture and refers to similar individuals in certain Native American tribes. "Two-Spirits" is a term used in some Native American cultures to describe individuals who possess both male and female spirits. "Transgender" is a broad term that can encompass a range of gender identities and expressions, but specifically refers to individuals who identify as a gender other than the sex they were assigned at birth.

Individuals Whose Culture Identifies Them as "Neither Man nor Woman