Women’s Right to Inheritance under Muslim, Hindu, and Cristian Laws: A Comparative Legal Study

Abstract

The idea of inheritance is as old as the history of mankind. Women’s inheritance rights are one of the most significant determinants of their status. Most of the societies have been essentially patriarchal, where women have less liberation to enjoy the rights of inheritance. The prime reasons for this are: the shortcomings and ineffectiveness of laws, women’s inability to access legal proceedings, the traditional and cultural negative views about women’s inheritance right. The existing laws of inheritance, patriarchal values and social practices in Bangladesh society are inclined towards consolidation of discriminatory attitude. This study examines “Women’s Right to Inheritance under Muslim, Hindu and Christian Laws: A Comparative Study” This study aims to create protection of women’s inheritance rights by recommending remedies and discussed about the rights of inheritance according to different religions. The women’s right of inheritance as guaranteed are not implemented properly. The study ends with a number of specific recommendations for ensuring women’s rights of inheritance through strengthening the legal and enforcement mechanisms in Bangladesh.