Issues of Vulnerabilities and Elements of Social Exclusion in the Life of Sex Workers: A study

Abstract

The purpose of the Article is to explore the vulnerabilities faced by women in sex work and exploring the dimensions of isolation in understanding the level of social exclusion faced by them. This article also includes the discourse on sex work in the contemporary world. It highlights the issue of legalization, criminalization and decriminalization which are linked to sex work. This Article is based on an empirical study and seeks to find out the status of the women from their own perspectives and draw out what expectations they have from the society and Government. The Article suggests recommendations to include the sex workers in the mainstream society.