Men receive twice as much inheritance as women in Egypt
In Egypt, men typically inherit twice as much as women, a study finds.
Why it matters
- Highlights gender inequality in inheritance laws based on Sharia principles.
- Shows cultural and religious influences on inheritance practices.
By the numbers
- 70% of respondents support sons inheriting twice as much as daughters.
- Survey included 231 adult Muslims, with 41% women and 90% university educated.
The big picture
- Gender inequality in inheritance is rooted in religious and cultural norms.
- Similar attitudes exist in other countries with high religious affiliation.
What they're saying
- Some argue that religious texts support this practice.
- Others suggest men share inheritance with the family.
- Skepticism about the study's bias.
Caveats
- Survey sample may not represent the entire population.
- Focuses on attitudes, not actual inheritance practices.
What’s next
- Comprehensive reforms needed to address gender inequality in inheritance laws.