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The Desi Queer Culture Lexicon

How well do you know the niche digital culture of the Desi LGBTQ+ community?

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1

What does the term 'Desi' generally refer to?

2

In Desi cultures, what is a 'Rishta'?

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3

What does the 'Auntie' trope represent in South Asian communities?

4

Which historical community in South Asia is often considered a 'third gender'?

5

What is 'Code-switching' in a diaspora context?

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6

Which major event celebrates South Asian queer pride in London?

7

What does 'Chosen Family' mean to many queer Desis?

8

Bollywood movies are often celebrated in queer circles for which quality?

9

What does 'Zindabad' mean when used in a queer activist context?

10

Why is 'Intersectionality' such a vital term for this community?

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