Historical Events tagged with "cultural autonomy"
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East Pakistan Becomes Bangladesh Officially
On November 1, 1972, East Pakistan officially changed its name to Bangladesh. This renaming came after a brutal struggle for independence from Pakistan and the subsequent liberation. Following the independence war, the new government led by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman sought to establish a distinct national identity through the name change, symbolizing unity and national pride for the Bengali people, who had fought for cultural and political autonomy. The new name also aimed to sever ties with the former political regime perceived as oppressive.
Continue ReadingEstablishment of the Ullah millet for Aromanians
Abdul Hamid II established the Ullah millet for the Aromanians. This action recognized the unique cultural and religious identity of the Aromanian people within the Ottoman Empire. While this decision was made on May 22, 1905, it was publicly announced on May 23 of the same year, leading to discussions about Aromanian rights and representation within the empire. The establishment of this millet aimed to provide a degree of autonomy and cultural preservation for the Aromanian community.
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