I am an atheist. I do not believe in prayers, I believe in work. And my work is that of an author. My pen is my weapon.

- Taslima Nasrin

When I write, I don't allow the fear of consequences to interfere with the writing process. I have in the past paid for my commitment to the truth an…

- Taslima Nasrin

Every religion oppresses women. I talk about the Koran because I know this book best. It allows for torture and other mistreatment, especially for wo…

- Taslima Nasrin

Religion is now the first obstacle to women's advancement. Religion pulls human beings backwards, it goes against science and progressiveness. Religi…

- Taslima Nasrin

It is unfair to label me anti-Islam. I am an atheist and a secular humanist.

- Taslima Nasrin

I believe in absolute freedom of expression. Everyone has a right to offend and be offended.

- Taslima Nasrin

Nature says women are human beings, men have made religions to deny it. Nature says women are human beings, men cry out no!

- Taslima Nasrin

I support the rights of all people to practice their religious beliefs privately, but I oppose the idea of respecting religions. In truth, I have no …

- Taslima Nasrin

I strongly believe that no one can be a true feminist without being an atheist. All religions are anti-women. No one can be pro-woman while supportin…

- Taslima Nasrin