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Subramaniam, who has actively advocated for the recognition of legal rights for transgender people since 2005, recalls the past decade of her journey as a crucial period with respect to the rights of transgenders.“The transgender rights movement began in Tamil Nadu. Referring to the Supreme Court verdict in 2015 that recognised the transgender community as a third gender, Subramaniam emphasises that the struggle is still active and there is a long way ahead. “The transgender community has faced worse situations but we learn to fight. As a transgender activist, Subramaniam’s work has brought gradual change, which has been met with support and courage. We want our community to be the creators and not participants,” said Subramaniam..