In what ways does Malala's memoir challenge stereotypes about Pashtun culture?(1 point)

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Highlights the Taliban's misinterpretation of Pashtun values
Highlights the Taliban's misinterpretation of Pashtun values

Depicts Pashtun women as strong and influential
Depicts Pashtun women as strong and influential

Rejects the Pashtun code of honor and hospitality
Rejects the Pashtun code of honor and hospitality

Shows the Pashtun people as united against the Taliban

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Malala's memoir challenges stereotypes about Pashtun culture primarily by depicting Pashtun women as strong and influential. This representation counters traditional stereotypes that often portray Pashtun women as powerless or oppressed. By sharing her own story and the stories of other women in her community who are resilient and determined to fight for their rights, Malala illustrates the strength and agency of Pashtun women, thereby challenging narrow perceptions of their role in society.