Bengali national identity

Bengali national identity centers on the shared language, culture, history, and traditions of the Bengali people, who predominantly live in Bangladesh and parts of India. It emphasizes a sense of unity rooted in the Bengali language, literary heritage, cuisine, music, and collective experiences of struggle for independence and self-determination. This identity fosters pride and a distinct cultural identity, drawing strength from their history of resilience, religious diversity, and cultural achievements. It is a complex, evolving sense of belonging that unites Bengalis across political borders through common cultural roots.