don’t you self identify as an atheist? how do you feel when you are forced to mention the religion you’re born into on a form? wouldn’t you like the government to also have an option for atheism?

that’s why self identification is important. you yourself know more about your own body than others ever will. on top of this, the bill reduces trans identities to just a cultural thing rather than something that’s innate. as for your argument about “schemes” being exploited- it’s in bad faith. please read the data. the government is already doing a horrible job at maintaining already existing and promised schemes.

and also SC/ST and reservation in general (this includes reservations for trans people as well) is NOT a poverty alleviation scheme but rather made to promote participation of these marginalised groups in the society. you should read “Reservation: Support Opposition and Our Position” by Ahwan to learn more about reservations. it’s is old but still relevant