Characterization in Urdu fiction begins most meaningfully when we examine how women are imagined, narrated, and confined within literary worlds. In South Asian writing, depictions of women have never been uniform: at times revered, at times possessed; sometimes sanctified as mothers, sometimes reduced to bodies, labor, or silence. This diversity is not merely an author’s … Read more
Female Voice is a powerful yet often overlooked dimension of linguistic history, especially within the vast cultural universe of Urdu. Although women shaped the emotional depth, conversational flow, and idiomatic richness of the language, their voices remained quietly embedded in the background. The book Mahawarat-e-Niswan by Wazir Begum Zia stands as one of the rare … Read more
Introduction: Relationship Tips Rooted in Islamic Wisdom When it comes to relationship tips, modern advice often focuses on communication or compatibility—but centuries ago, Islam laid the foundation for a truly balanced and peaceful married life. A happy marriage begins at home, where mutual respect, love, and compassion between husband and wife create harmony not only … Read more
Psychology of Motherhood is one of the most profound subjects in human development, shaping not only individual lives but also entire societies. The love of a mother is often celebrated in literature, psychology, and culture, yet it carries both the joy of unconditional affection and the silent struggles of sacrifice. Without motherhood, the growth of … Read more
Women rights in Pakistan have been a central issue for decades, marked by systemic challenges such as the deprivation of basic human rights, educational backwardness, social and economic oppression, and the lack of autonomy in personal decisions. Despite these struggles, women poets and writers have consistently raised their voices, using literature as a powerful tool … Read more
Partition stories are not just about shifting borders; they are about shattered lives, broken homes, and haunting silences that still echo across generations. Among the most tragic and underrepresented of these partition stories are those of women—Hindu, Muslim, Sikh—who bore the brunt of violence, displacement, and trauma. While official histories often reduce the 1947 Partition … Read more
Marital ethics in Islam serve as a spiritual and moral foundation for one of the most intimate human relationships — marriage. Unlike the superficial or materialistic view of marriage found in many modern cultures, Islam approaches this union as a divine sign and a sacred trust. As the Qur’an states: “And among His signs is … Read more
Saudi girls education remains one of the most talked-about yet misunderstood subjects when it comes to Muslim societies. While stereotypes about the oppression of women dominate Western media narratives, the lived experiences of many Muslim women—particularly in the Middle East—reveal a complex interplay of religion, culture, and evolving social norms. Misconceptions vs. Realities in Muslim … Read more
Women rights after French Revolution became a deeply contested issue in intellectual history, especially when re-examined through the lens of Simone de Beauvoir’s landmark work The Second Sex. Translated into Urdu by Yasir Jawad under the title Aurat: Jismani, Tareekhi, Nafsiati aur Muasharti Mutala, this text remains central to feminist thought and modern social critique. … Read more
The First Women Rights Advocates were not merely participants in a broader movement — they were the torchbearers who challenged the norms of their time. Their activism, courage, and intellect laid the foundation for modern feminism, particularly in colonised societies like Egypt, where gender and politics intersected in powerful and complex ways. Leila Ahmed’s pivotal … Read more
