I dont agree with those who think that the conflict is simply between two religions, namely Christianity and Islam... To me, the key conflict is between irrational blind faith and rational, logical minds.

Religious fundamentalists in Bangladesh have always argued for a ban on my books.

Every religion oppresses women. I talk about the Koran because I know this book best. It allows for torture and other mistreatment, especially for women. And I despise the Sharia laws. They cannot be changed. They must be thrown out, abolished.

Those religions that are oppressive to women are also against democracy, human rights, and freedom of expression.

I studied in a medical college and qualified myself as a medical graduate.

I’m an atheist, and I believe religion is totally against human rights and women’s rights.

Religion is against women's rights and women's freedom. In all societies women are oppressed by all religions.