Taslima Nasrin is a Bangladeshi author and activist known for her outspoken views on women's rights and secularism. Born on August 25, 1962, she gained international recognition for her novel Lajja, which critiques religious fundamentalism and advocates for freedom of expression. Her work often addresses issues such as gender inequality and social justice. Due to her controversial writings, Nasrin faced severe backlash in her home country, leading to her exile in the 1990s. She has lived in various countries, including India and Sweden, and continues to write and speak out on human rights issues globally.