Begum Rokeya
Begum Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain was a pioneering Bengali feminist writer, educator, and social reformer in the early 20th century. She is celebrated for her strong advocacy for women's rights and education in a patriarchal society. Her literary works, particularly the novel 'Sultana's Dream', envisioned a world where women were empowered and free from oppression, making her an enduring symbol of women's liberation in Bangladesh.
Born on Sep 09, 1880 (145 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 1 | 9.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 164,689,383 | 193,071 | $350,000 | 410$ |
| Totals | 1 | 164,689,383 | 193,071 | $350,000 | 410$ |
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Recent Mentions
Bangladesh:
Begum Rokeya illustrated in her work 'Sultanar Swapna' that the exclusion of women from leadership is due to man-made rules rather than religious or biological reasons.
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United Kingdom:
Begum Rokeya’s Sultana’s Dream features a matriarchal hi-tech society.
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Bangladesh:
Female students are leaving the dormitory due to pressure from their families and the threat of violence.
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Bangladesh:
Begum Rokeya is mentioned as a historical figure who faced harassment from certain groups.
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India:
Begum Rokeya is referenced in the context of changing the name of a university, highlighting ongoing gender issues.
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