1. What are stereotypes?
When it is believed that people belonging to certain groups based on religion, wealth, language, sex etc. would behave in a particular manner, we create a stereotype. For example, people believe that girls or boys will behave in a certain manner.
2. Why was Ramabai given the title of ‘Pandita’?
It was because she could write and read Sanskrit. It was a remarkable achievement as women were not allowed such knowledge those days.
3. Which are the two languages Rokeya Sakhawat learned?
Rokeya Sakhawat learned to read and write Bangla and English.
4. What is census?
Counting of whole population of the country under various heads is known as census. It is done once every 10 years.
5. Why many girls do not continue their education?
Many girls do not continue their education due to poverty and discrimination.
6. What do you mean by violation?
When someone breaks the rule or law it is called violation.
7. What do you mean by women’s movement?
Women as a whole struggled for long to bring out all round improvement in women’s condition. This is known as the Women’s Movement.
8. When is the International Women’s day celebrated?
International Women’s day is celebrated on 8th March every year.