Iqbal Masih
Iqbal Masih was a Pakistani child laborer who became a prominent activist against child exploitation. Sold into slavery at the age of four, he escaped and became a symbol of the fight against child labor, speaking out about the harsh realities faced by children in the textile industry. Tragically, he was murdered in 1995 at the age of 12, which sparked international outrage and brought attention to the issue of child slavery.
Born on Apr 01, 1983 (42 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 97,783 | $280,000 | 124$ |
| Totals | 1 | 220,892,331 | 97,783 | $280,000 | 124$ |
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Pakistan:
Iqbal Masih is mentioned as a child labour activist whose murder is investigated in the film 'Gunjal'.
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Pakistan:
Iqbal Masih is highlighted as a figure who fought for justice and education in Pakistan.
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Ecuador:
Iqbal Masih was a Pakistani child who became a symbol of the fight against child labor after escaping slavery.
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