Traces of

LGBTQ+

in Hindu Mythology

Shiva and Parvati

This form portrayed Shiva (masculine side) on the left and Parvati (feminine side) on the right. Thus, this proves the prevalence of LGBTQ+ and that it is not a new-age notion.

Shikhandi

The warrior, Shikhandi of Mahabharata, was born as a female, Shikhandini but changed gender later on. As a female, they were raised as a boy by King Drupada.

Lord Krishna

The great Lord Krishna is the enchanter of the universe and incarnation of Vishnu. Lord Krishna also embodied the form of Mohini.

The Khajuraho Temples

The ancient Khajuraho temples consist of depictions of gender as a fluid concept. Furthermore, the carvings in the temple depict people in sexual congress