Beneatha is a character from the play A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry. She is the daughter of Lena Younger and the sister of Walter Lee Younger. Beneatha is a young African American woman who aspires to become a doctor, challenging traditional gender roles and societal expectations of her time. Throughout the play, Beneatha struggles with her identity and cultural heritage. She explores her African roots and seeks to understand her place in the world, often clashing with her family's values. Her character represents the quest for self-discovery and the pursuit of dreams amidst societal challenges.