Many families across Pakistan still treat inheritance like it only belongs to sons, and daughters are left out as if their rights don’t matter at all. Parents often say that girls will “go to another house,” so they don’t need a share. This mindset has hurt countless women, especially in areas where people don’t follow the law properly.
Women have a rightful share in family property, but in many cases, society continues to overlook this. In some backward areas, there is no proper system to ensure these rights are respected, and many girls are unable to claim what is theirs because of family or social pressure.
The government needs to enforce inheritance laws strictly so that women can get what belongs to them. Ensuring fair treatment can help women live with dignity and security, especially in their later years when they may have no one else to rely on.
Shahida Baloch
Absor
