A Struggle for Language,
Identity & Human Dignity
"February 21 is not merely a historical date; it represents a consciousness, a struggle, and a legacy of sacrifice."
The Seed of Democracy
Explore the historical trajectory rooted in the Language Movement. The bloodshed of 1952 was not an isolated event but the catalyst for a nation's birth. Click the years below to trace the path.
1952
The Language Movement
The first organized mass resistance against cultural domination.
1969
Mass Uprising
The spirit of '52 fueled the surge against autocracy.
1971
Liberation War
The ultimate birth of an independent Bangladesh.
1952: The Foundation
On this day, students and citizens gave their lives to defend the dignity of their mother tongue, Bangla. Their sacrifice did not only secure linguistic recognition — it laid the foundation of our national identity and democratic awakening. We remember Salam, Barkat, Rafiq, and Jabbar whose blood turned linguistic rights into a permanent pillar of justice.
Enduring Principles
The movement established three pillars that define our existence. Hover or tap to understand the depth of each principle.
Identity
Language is inseparable from human identity. To suppress a language is to undermine a people’s existence. It is the core of who we are.
Human Rights
Cultural and linguistic rights are fundamental. The right to speak one's mother tongue is a matter of dignity, not privilege.
Justice & Equality
A stable and just state depends upon linguistic equality and inclusive governance. No justice exists without the voice of the people.
Ekushey Belongs to the World
In 1999, UNESCO declared February 21 as International Mother Language Day.
In an era of globalization, many minority languages face extinction. Ekushey reminds the world that protecting linguistic diversity means protecting the diversity of human civilization itself. The spirit of this day serves as a global shield for fading identities.
"Protecting linguistic diversity means protecting the diversity of human civilization itself."
Global Linguistic Status
Of ~6,000 spoken languages (UNESCO Data)
43% are Endangered
Source: UNESCO
Language, Rights, and Social Justice
Key beliefs for a just society. Click tabs to view details.
Education in Mother Tongue
Every child has the fundamental right to receive education in their mother tongue. It is the most effective way to learn and preserves cultural continuity.
"Ekushey teaches us that there can be no compromise on language dignity — just as there can be no compromise on human dignity."
A Call to the New Generation
February 21 must mean more than ceremonial observance. It is a commitment. Will you take the pledge?
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