Socio-economic Status and Health Challenges of female Sex Workers

Commercial sex in India is part of society from the ancient period. It is known by different names like Nagarvadhu (brides of the town), Devadasi (temple prostitute), Call girls, Escort girls, Road side brothels, etc. The women engaged in the commercial sex work are always been stigmatized. Many of them could not come in to the business of commercial sex with their own interest. There are various reasons behind entry in such profession. These women are facing a various kind of the problem along with stigmatized life. They are neglected part of the society. Because of poverty, illiteracy and economic reason these women are neglects the health problems.