“A Study to Assess the Quality of Life Among Transgenders in the Selected Areas of Pune City”

Abstract

Introduction: As transgender people do not fit into established gender stereotypes, they may be subject to severe prejudice from society. They are typically separated, which can be uncomfortable and unpleasant. The main aim of the study is to assess the quality of life of transgender residing in Pune city. And the objectives of the present study were to assess the quality of life among transgender. India, a culturally diverse nation with a rich history, is home to a dynamic tapestry of identities, beliefs, and traditions. Within this mosaic of diversity, transgender individuals occupy a unique and often misunderstood place. The concept of transgenderism encompasses a broad spectrum of gender identities that do not confirm to the binary norms of male and female, the multifaceted experiences of transgender people in India, shedding light on their struggles, triumphs, and the evolving socio-cultural landscape that shapes their lives. The present study title: “A study to assess the quality of life among transgender in the selected areas of Pune city.” Objectives of the study, 1. To assess the quality of life among transgender 2. To associate the findings with selected demographic variables. Material and Methods: In present study, researcher adopted descriptive research design. It was carried out on 100 samples. The Non probability purposive sampling technique method was used to data was collected using demographic profile and WHOQOL-BREF tool. Data analysis was done mainly using descriptive statistics. Result: Result revealed that the quality of life among transgender in selected areas of pune city was that the majority 93 % had good quality of life, 6 % had average quality of life and 1% had very good quality of life. The mean score was 90.75 & S.D was 6.29. Conclusion: Analysis revealed that the Transgender of the selected areas of Pune city had good quality of life.