Benish and Hamsa were recently written up in their college b…
Benish and Hamsa were recently written up in their college bulletin for being outstanding students. For Hamsa the article emphasized his childhood contributions to various robotics teams that cultivated a love of inventing and building machines. Describing a journey of successes, Hamsa was extensively praised for his work in engineering and his goal of one day helping to make prostheses for those suffering from injuries and birth defects. For Benish, the article raved about her perseverance to pursue her studies while being a mother to two children, a wife, and a caregiver to her elderly parents. The article discussed Benish’s selfless commitments to her family, contributions to the larger community, and dedication to advancing the education system for her children. Although the article spoke very favorably about both individuals, Benish was disheartened by the oppression she felt as a result of the article. What type of oppression is exemplified in this excerpt?