Sex, Gender and Disability in Nepal

Sex, Gender and Disability in Nepal is an academic research book written by Tulasi Acharya, first published in hardcover in 2019 by Routledge and later released in paperback in 2021. The book explores the sexual experiences of women with disabilities in Nepal, highlighting the increased challenges these women face compared to men, despite the existence of disability policies promoting nondiscrimination. It challenges the widespread perception of women as asexual by emphasizing that women with disabilities are capable of leading vibrant, creative, and fulfilling sexual lives.
Using critical sexual theory and postcolonial studies, the book analyzes the narratives of disabled authors, identifies gaps in existing policies, and advocates for the creation of supportive gender and sexual policies informed by the lived experiences of those affected. The book specifically focuses on five Nepali female authors with disabilities—Radhika Dahal, Jhamak Ghimire, Sabitri Karki, Parijaat, and Mira Sahi—and argues for the need for gender policies that address the emotional and psychological needs of disabled women. Acharya asserts that societal discourses often treat sex and sexuality as taboo and largely overlook the roles of women in marriage and family, thereby highlighting the disconnect between policy and the realities faced by marginalized groups.
In a later work, Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia: Religion, Culture of Ability and Patriarchy, Acharya expands upon these themes, underscoring the importance of sex in human life and its significance to a person's quality of life.

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