Third sex facts for kids
The terms third gender and third sex mean people who are seen as neither man nor woman. It can also mean the social category in societies who recognize three or more genders. The term "third" is usually understood to mean "other".
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The Hindu god Shiva is often represented as Ardhanarisvara, with a dual male and female nature. Typically, Ardhanarisvara's right side is male and left side female. This sculpture is from the Elephanta Caves near Mumbai.
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In Spanish: Tercer sexo para niños
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