The boy can first try to remove himself from the situation if possible. Then, he should document what happened, either by writing it down or getting any evidence like photos if there are any. After that, he can report it to the appropriate authorities, such as school administrators if it happened at school. He should also talk to his friends who might support him and help him stand up against this unfair treatment.
He could directly tell the people forcing him that it's wrong and he doesn't want to do it. If they don't stop, he should seek help from an adult he trusts, like a teacher or a parent.
He could try to stand up for himself firmly and say no. If he's being bullied into it, showing confidence and not being afraid of the bullies' threats can sometimes make them back off.
If it's a more serious situation like family - imposed due to some strange idea about gender roles, he might need to seek help from other family members who are more understanding. He could also try to educate them about respecting personal boundaries and the fact that wearing a saree against his will is wrong. For example, he can share stories or examples from other places where such behavior is not acceptable.
One possible reason could be as a form of bullying. Some kids can be cruel and force others into embarrassing situations. Another reason might be part of a dare or a mean prank within a group of peers who don't consider the boy's feelings.
He could be feeling a whole range of negative emotions. First of all, there's the obvious discomfort. Dresses are not something boys typically wear, so physically it might be uncomfortable. Emotionally, he might be in a state of shock, especially if it was sudden. Then comes the sense of powerlessness, as he has no choice in the matter. He may also feel betrayed if it was someone he trusted who forced him, like a friend or family member. This could lead to long - term trust issues. And on top of all that, he might be worried about the long - term consequences, like being teased or bullied further in the future because of this incident.
There could be a long - term impact on his view of gender norms. On one hand, it might make him more open - minded about breaking gender boundaries in the future. But on the other hand, it could also make him resentful if he was forced against his will. This experience might also lead to him being more self - conscious about his appearance and how others perceive him in relation to gender roles.
He would probably feel embarrassed. Wearing something that goes against the traditional gender - associated clothing for boys in a forced situation is likely to make him feel self - conscious in front of others.
Parents could also offer alternatives if their son really doesn't want to wear the dress. Maybe there's a costume that combines elements of both masculine and feminine in a way that he's more comfortable with, like a pirate with a long, flowing shirt or a wizard with a cape that has a more feminine pattern. This way, he can still participate in the Halloween spirit without feeling forced into something he doesn't like.
Maybe some over - zealous teachers or school staff who have extreme views on gender equality. They might think that by making a boy wear a dress, they are promoting a more inclusive environment, but they are actually crossing a line if they force it. However, this is a very extreme and inappropriate way to go about it.
He could be confused as well. If he doesn't understand why he has to wear the dress, especially if there is no clear explanation given, he might be left in a state of confusion about the whole situation and wonder what he did wrong to be put in such a position.
Well, initially, he should stay calm. Reacting impulsively might make the situation worse. He could try to negotiate with the people in charge. For instance, he could offer to do something else instead, like helping with the cheerleading team in a non - performing role such as handling equipment or doing administrative tasks. If negotiation fails, he might consider joining a club or activity that he is actually interested in parallelly, so that he can balance his unwanted cheerleading obligation with something he enjoys.