Begum Roquiah Sakhawat Hossain

Begum Roquiah Sakhawat Hossain (1880–1932) was a prominent Bangladeshi educator, writer, and social reformer. She dedicated her life to advancing women’s education and social rights in Bengal. As a pioneering advocate, she founded schools to empower girls and promoted literature, particularly in Bengali. She also worked to improve the status of women and challenged traditional gender roles. Her efforts helped lay the groundwork for women’s progress in the region. Recognized for her contributions, she remains an important figure in Bangladesh’s history of education and gender equality.