750 Issues of Akhbar-e-Khawateen (1964-1986, Pakistan)
Since its launch in 1964, Akhbar-e-Khawateen (Newspaper for Women) has been a prominent Urdu feminist publication in Pakistan. By amplifying women's voices and advocating for their interests, it played a vital role in a time when such discourse was scarce. The publication featured interviews with accomplished women and challenged traditional gender norms, making a significant impact on reshaping gender equality narratives in Pakistan during its formative years.
Issue: 750
Language: Urdu
Writer: ed. Hasan Abidi
Publisher: Irshad Ahmad Khan, Karachi
Book type: Magazine
Year: 1964-1986
Country: Pakistan
Condition: Good
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