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“The interaction between human rights campaigners from Pakistan and India was a big taboo in the 1980s. When we started traveling to India to increase people-to-people contact between the two nations, we knew that we would face serious repercussions back home.” quote by Asma Jahangir
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“The interaction between human rights campaigners from Pakistan and India was a big taboo in the 1980s. When we started traveling to India to increase people-to-people contact between the two nations, we knew that we would face serious repercussions back home.”

Asma Jahangir

About This Quote

Source Memoir: Reflections on South Asian Activism, Asma Jahangir, 1995

Highlights the challenges of cross‑border human‑rights work amid political tension.

In simple terms: Cross‑border activism faces risk.

Key Takeaway

Build bridges despite obstacles.

Themes

human rights cross‑cultural dialogue political risk solidarity activism

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

reflective inspirational

When to use this quote

  • peace conferences
  • NGO collaborations
  • policy advocacy
  • community workshops

Key Concepts

conflict resolution grassroots organizing social justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What strategies can protect activists in hostile environments?
  • How can dialogue be sustained under pressure?
A Different Perspective

May underestimate personal safety concerns.

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