What makes you think this despite men continuing to dominate the literary sphere?

Urdu soon gained distinction in literary and cultural spheres because of the hybrid nature of the language.

In the literary sphere, a new group of authors was emerging.

Prior to the 19th century, almost all prominent members of this community hailed from religious or literary spheres.

Between 624 and 1323, a significant change came about in social, religious, linguistic and literary spheres of Andhra society.

He also carried his efforts into the literary sphere.

To an unusual degree, he manages to inhabit not only the popular but also the literary sphere.

In late Soviet years, manifestations of nationalism appeared in literary and cultural spheres.

To this day, Rekhta retains an important place in literary and cultural spheres.

Despite being immersed in the literary sphere for many years, Pablo Picasso did not produce any writing himself until the age of 53.