Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil

Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil

Country

India

Birth - Death

1965 -

Occupation

Politics

Description

39th in line to the throne of Rajpipla, a principality in the Indian state of Gujarat, and the most likely heir to Maharaja of Rajpipla. Caused a sensation in Inda when he came out, and has since appeared internationally as a spokesperson for the LGBTQ Indian community. Launched an LGBTQ course at a university, and opened an LGBTQ center on his palace grounds in 2019.

Further Reading/Research

• https://www.them.us/story/india-first-gay-prince-manvendra-singh-gohil
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYXrs81G_YE
• http://www.theguardian.com/culture/2009/jan/22/undercover-princes-bbc-television
• https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/indias-gay-royals-show-up-at-pride-parade/

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