Riddles in Pakistan’s Rights Movements…

When discussing feminism and gender equality, it is important to maintain a respectful and constructive approach, focusing on friendship, understanding, and positive efforts toward universal human rights.

Toxic and disrespectful forms of feminism hinder the goal of achieving equal dignity, justice, and equality for all genders.

Abuse and manipulation based on gender, whether it is against women in the name of religion, patriarchy, or societal norms or against men through unfair entitlement, exploitation, or expectations of special treatment, are both toxic behaviors that should be rejected.

While addressing patriarchal issues and striving for gender equality, it is crucial not to disrespect or alienate male family members solely based on feminist principles or the rejection of patriarchy.

It is important to recognize and appreciate the kindness, positivity, and support shown by a male parent or sibling.

Feminism should encourage respectful dialogue and understanding, acknowledging that independent thinking does not justify rude or selfish behavior.

Independent thinking involves critically assessing and forming one’s own opinions while remaining respectful and considerate of others’ thoughts, feelings, and perspectives.

In South Asian liberal circles, there is an increasing influence of Western liberal philosophy, which can lead to conflicts of ideas and perspectives.

It is vital to navigate these influences with clarity and discernment, taking cultural and contextual factors into consideration.

If Desi liberals are concerned about Saudi or Iranian clergy’s religious funding and see it as an external influence, it is essential to question why funding from foreign Western liberal groups and movements is not similarly viewed as a foreign influence.

Another topic that requires understanding is the distinction between the intersex and transgender communities.

Intersex individuals are born with biological variations in their sex characteristics that do not conform to typical male or female notions. These variations can include differences in chromosomes, hormones, reproductive anatomy, or other physical attributes.

This is more of a physiological issue than a psychological one. It is important to understand the behavioral aspects of intersex people’s physiological condition and be considerate of them.

On the other hand, “transgender” is a broader term encompassing individuals whose gender identity, according to them, does not align with their assigned sex at birth. This concept is Imported in Pakistan from Western liberal circles where intersex rights are being mingled with transgender rights towing liberal agenda for earning dollars and euros.

Respecting individual self-identifications and using preferred terminologies within the transgender community is fine.
However, it is important to address concerns related to privacy and safety, such as young girls and their parents feeling uncomfortable with individuals who have male anatomy using girls’ restrooms or locker rooms.

Striking a balance that respects the rights and well-being of all individuals involved is essential in fostering understanding and inclusivity.

In summary, promoting feminism and transgender rights requires an approach grounded in honesty, respect, empathy, and a commitment to universal human dignity, justice, and equality.

Striving for meaningful progress involves balancing different perspectives and considering the rights and well-being of all individuals involved.