Women in Islam: Status and Roles of Muslim Women in Islam

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Women in Islam: Image Gallery of Muslim Women in Burqas, Chadors

One of the points on which Islam is criticism by both Muslims and non-Muslims is the treatment of women. Under Islam, women often must remain covered, are denied contact with non-related men, can be denied the ability to get jobs and education to the same extent as men, are treated as having less political or social worth than men, and are discriminated against in a variety of ways.

Saudi Women and Hypocrisy

In Saudi Arabia, there are many restrictions on what women can and cannot do, can and cannot wear. In fact, their lives are restricted in a myriad of ways that does not occur in many other Arab Muslim lands. And, while people are generally obedient while in that nation, there are many rules that they abandon once they leave.

Does Islam Oppress or Liberate Women?

Many argue that the restrictions Islam places on women - like wearing a veil or being denied contact with men they aren't married to - makes them second-class citizens. Many Muslims, including women, counter that suppressing public sexuality and sexual temptation gives women more freedom. What do you think?

Status of Women in Islam

They are not allowed to study in a co-education schools and colleges and if separate college for women is not available they have to discontinue their studies.

Veil of Equality and Justice

"Some mistakenly believe that Islam honors women and dignifies them for the simple reason that they have not read the Quranic verses, and the sayings of Muhammad and all Muslim scholars concerning women."

Women, Islam & the State

Recent history in Bangladesh, Islamic politics, and the status of women.