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Section 14 of The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.

The appropriate Government shall formulate welfare schemes and programmes to facilitate and support livelihood for transgender persons including their vocational training and self-employment.

Summary

The government is responsible for creating special welfare schemes and programs to help transgender people earn a living.
These programs must include vocational training, which is learning the specific skills needed for a job.
The government must also support transgender people who want to start their own businesses, which is called self employment.
The main goal of these measures is to provide livelihood support so transgender persons can be financially independent.

Practical examples

1In July 2026, the state government launches a three month program in Bangalore to teach 30 transgender people how to work as professional chefs. This is part of the new vocational training scheme.

2A person named Kiran receives a government backed low interest loan in October 2026 to open a small grocery store. This support for self employment helps Kiran start a stable career.

FAQ

1. Who is supposed to create these job training programs?

The appropriate government, which means either the Central or State government depending on who funds the area or institution.

2. What is the difference between vocational training and self employment support?

Vocational training teaches you skills to get a job at a company, while self employment support helps you start your own business.

3. Does the law guarantee a job for every transgender person?

The law requires the government to create schemes and programs to facilitate and support livelihood, but it does not guarantee a specific job.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 14 of The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019., what is the primary purpose of the government's welfare schemes?

Q2.Under Section 14 of The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019., which of the following is specifically mentioned as a way to support livelihood?

Q3.Under Section 14 of The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019., who is responsible for formulating these livelihood programs?

Q4.Under Section 14 of The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019., how does this section relate to the general welfare measures in Section 8?

Q5.Under Section 14 of The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019., what kind of schemes must the government formulate?

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