India in Pixels by Ashris's video: Why Are People Disgusted by Queerness

Why do some people in India react with discomfort or even disgust to the LGBTQIA+ community? Why do we see a range of responses, from acceptance to denial, when it comes to understanding queerness? In this video essay, we venture into these questions, trying to decipher the complex layers of culture, psychology, and history that shape our reactions. We dive into topics from our religious texts to the biological basis of our emotions, explore the societal norms around gender roles, and even look into the fascinating connection between creativity and queer identities. This exploration is not just informative but deeply personal. Please note, the video discusses some sensitive topics, and hence, viewer discretion is advised. Join us on this enlightening journey and contribute to this important conversation. 00:00 - 00:53 Navras 00:54 - 02:03 Disgust 02:04 - 04:22 Fear vs Disgust 04:22 - 06:15 Homophobia isn't real 06:16 - 08:40 Psychology of Gender 08:41 - 11:38 Chitrangada 11:39 - 13:31 Gender vs Population 13:32 - 16:03 Threat vs Tightness in Society 16:04 - 17:01 Dampatya 17:02 - 17:50 Theory I of Queerness 17:51 - 19:03 Theory II of Queerness 19:04 - 20:06 Theory III of Queerness 20:07 - 20:46 Masculine vs Feminine energies 20:47 - 21:51 Creativity and Art 21:52 - 22:20 Alan Turing 22:21 - 23:04 Rituparno Ghosh 23:05 - 23:55 Dutee Chand 23:56 - 25:03 Disgust stains strong 25:04 - 26:50 Rishi Bhringi turns to bones 26:51 - 29:03 Iravan and Krishna 29:04 - 31:05 Slippery Slope and Consent 31:06 - 31:52 Disgust is part of us 31:53 - 34:17 Dear Aarvey 34:18 - 35:20 Conclusion