The world celebrates International Women’s Day on March 8. This Women’s Day, I keep recalling the name of a legendary and prominent woman politician of Pakistan. While she is not present among us, she lives in millions of hearts even 16 years after her martyrdom.

Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto sacrificed her life for civilian supremacy and the stability of democracy within constitutional limits.

Being the first woman elected prime minister of not only Pakistan but also the Muslim world, Mohtarma was truly a symbol of the federation of Pakistan and enjoyed massive popularity. During her foreign visits, the local press used to pay tribute to her by calling her the ‘Princess of the East’ and ‘Iron Lady’. In a viral video clip, New Zealand’s former prime........

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