Sexuality Reimagined: MSM in Modern India

The book explores how medical knowledge is produced around bodies that do not fit into the heteronormative framework of the state's rationale and processes. It investigates how the category of risk becomes critical to the Indian state's rationale and policies, where sexuality is managed through the ambit of health and population. Based on rich empirical evidence derived from the lived experiences of MSM, the book narrates the construction of sexual subjectivity and masculinity in negotiation with the Indian state, bringing forth the dimension of the Indian state as a medico-legal governmentality regime.

Format: Hardback
Length: 162 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

The book delves into the intricate dynamics of medical knowledge production in the context of bodies that defy the heteronormative framework of state rationale and processes. It specifically focuses on marginalized bodies, referred to as MSM (men who have sex with men), who are categorized as a high-risk group in the backdrop of HIV/AIDS. These queer bodies have made their mark on the realms of epidemiology and governmentality, challenging the established norms and hierarchies. This classification serves as the focal point of the book.

The book employs a rigorous interrogation to explore how a sexual subject becomes intertwined with political concerns. To answer this pertinent question, the book delves into the realm of risk analysis within the field of biomedicine. It investigates the critical role that the concept of risk plays in shaping the Indian states rationale and policies, particularly in the domain of health and population management. By examining the intersection of sexuality and risk, the book uncovers the intricate sexual politics that permeate South Asia.

Drawing upon rich empirical evidence derived from the lived experiences of MSM, the book weaves a narrative that sheds light on the construction of sexual subjectivity and masculinity. This process of construction unfolds in a dynamic interplay with the Indian state, revealing the Indian state as a medico-legal governmentality regime. MSM, in turn, adopt the identity of medicalized subjects, navigating the complexities of healthcare systems and seeking recognition and support within the medical community.

Through its comprehensive exploration, the book offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between medical knowledge, state power, and the experiences of marginalized communities. It challenges readers to reevaluate the dominant narratives and frameworks that perpetuate discrimination and inequality, advocating for a more inclusive and equitable approach to healthcare and social justice.

Weight: 357g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811970627
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023