I Am Malala

Why is it a gloomy day for a Pashtun when the daughter is born ?

Chapter: Before the Taliban

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The birth of a girl is not celebrated. Only the birth of a boy is considered worth celebrating, a male child to carry on the line. Girls are hidden away and taught to prepare meals.

"..... their role in life simply to prepare food and give birth to children."

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