how does the bisexual identity link to postmodernism?

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how does the bisexual identity link to postmodernism?

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Postmodernism is the sociological transformation, where the societies have shifted towards ideologies replete with skepticism and relativism. 

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The postmodern movement of the late 20th century has also witnessed the emergence of newer perspectives and realities of sexuality. Plummer brought drew the between bisexual orientation and this epochal period. According to him, postmodern societies essentially revolve around skepticism and uncertainty. Individuals are growingly viewing the world and its identities through many possibilities, fluidity, non-linear constructs, and blurred social identities. The characteristics mentioned above of postmodern society fit well with the definition of bisexuality. Bisexuality essentially stems from the fluidity and blurriness of sexual identity. An individual has an indistinct attraction towards both men and women. In the earlier societies of the modern era, sexual identity was caged and restricted to one bracket, either homosexual or heterosexual. However, as the notions of doubting the existing social structures, individuals are becoming open to question and define sexuality in terms of duality or bisexual identity. 

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