No, not typically in the way the question implies. The physical anatomy of hijras varies.
Here's a breakdown:
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Born Male: Most hijras are assigned male at birth. Some choose to undergo castration as part of their initiation into the hijra community and as an offering to the Hindu goddess Bahuchara Mata. This process removes the male genitalia.
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Intersex: Some hijras are born intersex, meaning they have variations in their sex characteristics that do not fit typical definitions of male or female. This can involve a range of physical variations.
Therefore, it's incorrect to generalize that hijras have "both parts." While they may be assigned male at birth, many undergo castration. Others are born with intersex conditions, which also doesn't necessarily equate to having both male and female parts as commonly understood. The term "both parts" is imprecise and doesn't accurately reflect the diverse realities of hijra bodies.
