Feminism in Bangladesh

[1] Feminist movements in Bangladesh started long before its independence.

During the 19th century the social reform movement, mostly carried out by male social leaders, worked to abolish practices such as infanticide, child marriage, and widow burning.

During the Pakistan period the feminist movement was more focused on politics and national struggles.

[2] The feminist movement of the 1970s and 1980s was led by professional women from urban areas.

Late 20th Century: Feminist Literature and Activism 21st Century: Continued Advocacy and Recognition The Muslim Family Law was enacted by the British Indian government.

Sculpture of Begum Rokeya at Burdhwan House, Bangla academy
Megher Upor Bari - 2000 by Humayun Ahmed is novel depicting the challenges of a woman in a changing society of Bangladesh