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Karva Chauth : To Do or Taboo?

Written By Sakshi

So what happened to the encouraged  “Live and let live” funda? Sigh!

The subject grabbed spotlight after Roy uploaded photographs of her partner, Alka Kedwal and herself observing Karva Chauth on Facebook. But the couple knew little that the most moving critics of their move would come from within the community. Soon it found itself amid a debate over whether the community can be party to overtly heterosexual institutions.

LGBT community divided over Karva Chauth debate

 

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Now 30, 100% shudh desi lesbian. Likes living large, and on the edge. Dislikes stagnation, fence sitting and hypocrites. Lives in a bubble of joy, with occasional lapses into drama queendom. Currently nursing a massive crush on actress Chitrangada Singh (kind of eerie, her resemblance to the late Smita Patil, don’t you think?). Aspires to build a fully functional support system for the Gaysi community in India. And most importantly, top the 'Hottest eligible desi-lezzie' list one bright sunny day.
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