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The Shaheed Minar is a national monument in Dhaka, Bangladesh, dedicated to people killed during the Bengali Language Movement in 1952. The movement opposed the Pakistani government's effort to make Urdu the sole state language and demanded recognition of Bengali. The monument is a focal point for annual observances of Language Movement Day on 21 February, a date also recognized internationally as International Mother Language Day.
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Where is the Shaheed Minar monument located?
The Shaheed Minar is a national monument located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It stands as the central memorial for the Bengali Language Movement and is the focal point for annual commemorations on February 21.
What historical event does the Shaheed Minar commemorate?
The Shaheed Minar commemorates the people killed during the Bengali Language Movement protests in 1952, when demonstrators demanded that Bengali be recognized as a state language alongside Urdu. February 21 is now observed internationally as International Mother Language Day, following UNESCO recognition.
What was the Bengali Language Movement?
The Bengali Language Movement opposed the Pakistani government's effort to make Urdu the sole state language, demanding instead that Bengali be given official recognition. The movement was centered in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) and became a foundational event in the region's path to independence.
When is the Shaheed Minar commemorated each year?
The Shaheed Minar is the focal point of commemorations on February 21 (International Mother Language Day), the date in 1952 when protesters were killed during the Bengali Language Movement. People gather at the monument to lay flowers and pay respects each year.
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