History Matters Speaking her Mind Lal Ded was a pioneer of Kashmiri poetry, who raised the consciousness of the common people and challenged ideas of caste, religion and gender. Neepa Sarkar | Published in History Today Volume 69 Issue 5 May 2019 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. Popular articles Why Do Religions Decline? The Iron Amir: Britain’s Afghan Legacy