Matiur Rahman Mallik
| Matiur Rahman Mallik | |
|---|---|
| Died | 24 January 1969 |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Known for | Activism during 1969 uprising in East Pakistan |
Matiur Rahman Mallik (died 24 January 1969) was a Bengali national activist.[1] He was killed by the Pakistani police during 1969 uprising in East Pakistan.
Background
Malik was the son of Azhar Ali Mallik from Sabujbagh, Dhaka. He was a Standard IX student of Nabakumar Institution when he took part in a street march demanding autonomy for the then future country Bangladesh. The uprising has historic significance and its spirit awakened people to fight for democracy and basic human rights, as it eventually lead to the Independence of Bangladesh. The event is observed as Mass Uprising Day.
References
- ↑ "Mass Uprising Day observed". www.independent-bangladesh.com. Retrieved 2016-04-03.
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