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Question The Status Quo: Embrace the Spirit of Free Thinking
Dr.Vijayalakshmi Aluri, Winner of World Bank’s Projects competition, Author, Social worker and Gynecologist, Sri Sri Holistic Multi specialty Hospitals, Hyderabad
The Courage of Malala Yousafzai
In a small village in Pakistan’s Swat Valley, a young girl named Malala Yousafzai stood against a deeply ingrained narrative. She questioned the societal norm that education for girls was unnecessary, even dangerous. Despite the Taliban’s threats, Malala chose to speak out about her right to education, penning her thoughts in a blog and raising her voice in public forums. Her free-thinking spirit challenged a system that sought to suppress her.
On October 9, 2012, Malala was targeted and shot by a Taliban gunman on her way home from school. She survived, and her resolve became stronger. Malala’s unwavering belief in her convictions, despite the risks, exemplified the power of free thinking. Her courage inspired a global movement for girls’ education, earning her the Nobel Peace Prize at just 17 years old.
Malala’s story demonstrates the profound impact of critically evaluating what you believe and having the courage to challenge oppressive norms.