Last Updated on 10/08/2024 by wccexam Desk
On 15 August 2021, when the Taliban recaptured Afghanistan, the lives of women became difficult. The Taliban imposed many harsh restrictions on women’s freedom, against which many women’s organizations raised their voice. But an Afghan athlete chose a big platform like the Olympics to bring this struggle to the world.
‘Free the Afghan women’
Maniza Talash, Afghanistan’s first female breakdancer, participated in the Paris Olympics 2024 as a member of the Refugee Olympic Team. During her breaking routine, she tried to draw the world’s attention to the plight of women under Taliban rule by writing ‘Free Afghan women’ in big white letters on her light blue scarf.
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However, Manija was disqualified for violating the strict rules of the Paris Olympics. She was competing against India Sardojo of the Netherlands, but she had to pay the price for her efforts.
What do the rules of the Olympic Games say?
The World DanceSport Federation said in a statement that Manizha Talash was disqualified for displaying a political slogan on her costume. Under Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter, political, religious or racial propaganda is not permitted in any Olympic venue or area.
got together on social media
Manija also got support on social media and people posted in her favour.
Who is Maneja Talaash?
Manizha is originally from Kabul. After the Taliban came to power, she left Afghanistan and took refuge in Spain. At the Paris Olympics, she fulfilled her dream of representing her country. She also came before the world as the voice of Afghan women.
Source (PTI) (NDTV) (HINDUSTANTIMES)