Nepal, Feb. 15 -- Sex is a crucial element of a healthy, fulfilling life. Nevertheless, there is minimal discussion about it, which impedes creative ideas and practices related to a joyful sexual life. While sex is widely discussed in a gendered and sexualised society that targets and ridicules certain genders and groups, it is egregiously overlooked as a fundamental aspect of human life.

Furthermore, discussions about sex tend to satisfy men while playfully provoking women. This reflects a deeply ingrained tenet of sexuality, particularly in South Asia. A book written by Tulasi Acharya, titled 'Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia: Religion, Culture of Ability, and Patriarchy', illuminates sex and sexuality, drawing references from the ...