Begum Akhtar Riazuddin
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This article is about the Pakistani activist and writer. For the Indian singer, see Begum Akhtar.
Not to be confused with Begum Akhtar Sulaiman.
Begum Akhtar Riazuddin[lower-alpha 2] SI, MA (English) also spelt Riaz-ud-din or Riaz-ud-deen (15 October 1928 – 11 January 2023) was a Pakistani feminist activist who was also the first modern Urdu-travelogue writer.[1] She received many awards in recognition of her efforts.
Quick Facts Akhtar Riazuddinبیگم اختر ریاض الدین (Urdu)SI, Born ...
Born | (1928-10-15)15 October 1928 |
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Died | 11 January 2023(2023-01-11) (aged 94) Karachi, Pakistan |
Nationality | British Indian (1928–1947) Pakistani (1947 to date) |
Education | MA (English) |
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Spouse | Mian Riazuddin Ahmed (ICS/CSP/DMG officer) |
Children | Three daughters, including Ms. Nigar Ahmad (Chairperson, Aurat Foundation) |
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Website | behbud |
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