Chastity, trauma and the subjugation of women
Dhaka Tribune (English) · ১০ নভে, ২০২৬
Although rape remains one of the most pressing social issues in our country, how extensively has this issue been explored in literature?
পুরো খবরটি পড়ুনDhaka Tribune (English)-এর ওয়েবসাইটে খুলবেমূল কথা
Dhaka Tribune (English)-এর প্রতিবেদন থেকে হুবহু উদ্ধৃত
- Literature reflects human happiness, sorrows, love, frustration, struggle, and the other realities of life, but sexual violence such as rape is often explored less extensively due to social and cultural sensitivities.
- However, 10,000 Ebang Aro Ekti Dhorshon (2003), a novel by Humayun Azad offers a direct and forthright portrayal of the suffering and social position of rape survivors as well as the stigma and pressure they face.
- The novel also explores the underlying causes behind the increasing prevalence of rape in society, presenting these issues openly and without euphemism.
শব্দভাণ্ডার ও বাস্তব প্রয়োগ ছক (Vocabulary Matrix)
5টি মূল শব্দএই প্রতিবেদন থেকে বাছাই করা শব্দ: অর্থ, উচ্চারণ ও প্রতিবেদনে ব্যবহার
The feeling of annoyance when one's actions are criticized or hindered
“Literature reflects human happiness, sorrows, love, frustration, struggle, and the other realities of life, but sexual violence such as rape is often explored less extensively due to social and cultural sensitivities.”
The body of all written works.
“Although rape remains one of the most pressing social issues in our country, how extensively has this issue been explored in literature?”
The quality or state of being sensitive; sensitiveness.
“Literature reflects human happiness, sorrows, love, frustration, struggle, and the other realities of life, but sexual violence such as rape is often explored less extensively due to social and cultural sensitivities.”
In an extensive manner, widely.
“Although rape remains one of the most pressing social issues in our country, how extensively has this issue been explored in literature?”
Straightforward, not evasive, candid and direct.
“However, 10,000 Ebang Aro Ekti Dhorshon (2003), a novel by Humayun Azad offers a direct and forthright portrayal of the suffering and social position of rape survivors as well as the stigma and pressure they face.”
Words chosen from this story. English meanings: Wiktionary (CC BY-SA), via the Free Dictionary API.
IELTS Reading practice
Read the passage, then answer the questions. Every answer is in the passage.
Although rape remains one of the most pressing social issues in our country, how extensively has this issue been explored in literature?
Literature reflects human happiness, sorrows, love, frustration, struggle, and the other realities of life, but sexual violence such as rape is often explored less extensively due to social and cultural sensitivities. However, 10,000 Ebang Aro Ekti Dhorshon (2003), a novel by Humayun Azad offers a direct and forthright portrayal of the suffering and social position of rape survivors as well as the stigma and pressure they face.
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Question 1: Choose the correct answer.
1.However, _____ Ebang Aro Ekti Dhorshon (2003), a novel by Humayun Azad offers a direct and forthright portrayal of the suffering and social position of rape survivors as well as the stigma and pressure they face.
Question 2: Do the following statements agree with the passage? Choose TRUE or FALSE.
2.Literature reflects human happiness, sorrows, love, frustration, struggle, and the other realities of life, but sexual violence such as rape is often explored less extensively due to social and cultural sensitivities.
Writing practice
IELTS Writing Task 2 style · Topic: Women & equality
Child marriage is still common in some areas. What are its causes, and how can it be stopped?
Write a short answer of 4–5 sentences (30–250 words). State your opinion clearly, give a reason, and use a fact from this story as an example.
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পাঠোত্তর প্রতিফলন ও সারসংক্ষেপ অনুশীলন (Active Recall)
প্রতিবেদনটি পড়া শেষ করার পর মূল ভাবটি নিজের ভাষায় ২-৩ বাক্যে লিখুন। এটি বিসিএস লিখিত ও ভর্তি পরীক্ষার ফোকাস রাইটিংয়ে আপনার নিজের ভাষায় উত্তর লেখার সক্ষমতা বহু গুণ বাড়িয়ে দেবে।