Introduction Islam, through the Quran, has given women an honorable, balanced, and comprehensive set of rights—something revolutionary in the ancient world. The Quran does not treat women as inferior or secondary; rather, it recognizes them as equal spiritual and social partners in life. 1. Right to Education The Quran emphasizes the importance of knowledge for both men and women . The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim (male and female)." When women are educated, they nurture educated generations and build a just, moral society. 2. Legal and Social Rights Women have the right to own property, run businesses, inherit wealth, and participate in social matters. The Quran clearly states: “For men is a share of what they have earned, and for women is a share of what they have earned.” (Surah An-Nisa: 32) 3. Right to Marriage with Consent Islam gives women the freedom to accept or reject marriage proposals. No one can f...
Introduction Islam, through the Quran, has given women an honorable, balanced, and comprehensive set of rights—something revolutionary in the ancient world. The Quran does not treat women as inferior or secondary; rather, it recognizes them as equal spiritual and social partners in life. 1. Right to Education The Quran emphasizes the importance of knowledge for both men and women . The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim (male and female)." When women are educated, they nurture educated generations and build a just, moral society. 2. Legal and Social Rights Women have the right to own property, run businesses, inherit wealth, and participate in social matters. The Quran clearly states: “For men is a share of what they have earned, and for women is a share of what they have earned.” (Surah An-Nisa: 32) 3. Right to Marriage with Consent Islam gives women the freedom to accept or reject marriage proposals. No one can f...