How many genders are actually there in the world?

The concept of gender is complex and varies across different cultures and societies. While many societies traditionally recognize only two genders, male and female, others acknowledge a spectrum of genders beyond this binary framework. Some cultures recognize additional gender identities such as hijra in South Asia, Two-Spirit in Indigenous cultures, and fa’afafine in Samoa, among others. Additionally, in contemporary discussions, there is recognition of non-binary, genderqueer, and genderfluid identities, which challenge the traditional binary understanding of gender. Therefore, it’s not accurate to provide a fixed number of genders, as gender is a social and cultural construct that can be understood and expressed in diverse ways.