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Bhikitia (Bengali: ভিকিটিয়া)is a Bangladeshi open encyclopedia[1] that was launched in October 2024.[2] It is open for editing by anyone.[2][3]
Type of site | Online encyclopedia |
|---|---|
| Available in | 2 languages |
List of languages | |
| Country of origin | Bangladesh |
| Founder(s) | Parvej Husen Talukder [4] |
| CEO | Muhammad Mamun Ur Rashid |
| Industry | Wiki Encyclopedia |
| URL | https://bhikitia.org |
| Commercial | No |
| Registration | Optional |
| Launched | 1 October 2024 |
| Current status | Active |
History
[edit]Bhikitia, founded in 1st October 2024, started as a Bengali language encyclopedia.[1] It later expanded to include an English version, growing its global reach.[2][5]
It is managed by the Bhikitia Authority, The authority is responsible for maintaining content quality, implementing policies, and supporting the community of contributors.[6] However, its role is not to control or govern users, but to provide guidance and ensure a safe and enriching information platform for all.[7]
Editions
[edit]| Name | Language | Pages | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengali Bhikitia | Bengali language | 1900+ | https://bn.bhikitia.org | Active |
| English Bhikitia | English language | 1600+ | https://en.bhikitia.org | Active |
Criticism
[edit]Since its launch, Bhikitia has faced criticism, particularly from some quarters of the online encyclopedia community. A notable controversy arose in November 2024 when a Bengali Wikipedia administrator labeled Bhikitia a "fake website" and accused its founder of engaging in unethical practices such as "sock puppetry." These claims were strongly denied by the Bhikitia Council, which emphasized its independence and adherence to transparent practices.[8]
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[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b Reporter, Staff (2024-11-05). "সিলেটী তরুণের তৈরী বিশ্বকোষ 'ভিকিটিয়া'য় ব্যাপক সাড়া". Daily Jalalabad. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ a b c kantho, sylheter (2024-10-28). "ভিকিটিয়ার হাজার মাইলফলক অর্জন". সিলেটের কণ্ঠ ডটকম. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ Talukder, Parvej Husen (2024-10-03). "বাংলা ভিকিটিয়া ইন্টারনেট বিশ্বকোষের সূচনা". কাব্য কিশোর. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
- ^ "Bhikitia's Founder Parvej Husen Talukder Bids Farewell as CEO - New-York Weekly Journal". nyweeklyjournal.com. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "Bhikitia's Founder Parvej Husen Talukder Bids Farewell as CEO - New-York Weekly Journal". nyweeklyjournal.com. Retrieved 2025-07-23.
- ^ gonojagoron (2024-11-16). "ভিকিটিয়া পরিষদের নির্বাহী কমিটি ঘোষণা". দৈনিক গণজাগরণ (in Bengali). Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ "ভিকিটিয়া পরিষদের নির্বাহী কমিটি". jaintabarta.net. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ Staff (2024-11-15). "ভিকিটিয়াকে ভুয়া আখ্যা, বিতর্ক". BD Chitro. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
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