Unmasking the complex interplay of gender, law, and migration, this essential read by an acclaimed Indian scholar critically examines how legal frameworks regulate migrant subjects. It delves into the cultural stereotypes and postcolonial anxieties that shape notions of belonging and non-belonging. The book reveals how sexual, cultural, and familial norms, influenced by the colonial encounter, are embedded within law. This insightful analysis is vital for students, legal professionals, and researchers in gender studies, migration, and postcolonial theory interested in India’s diverse societal fabric.