The right to education of women in the light of Islam and human rights

Introduction

Education is the foundation of a productive society, especially in developing countries. It allows individuals to improve various aspects of life, including financial freedom and knowledge, regardless of gender, background, financial status, sexual orientation, and religion. The importance of female education is unquestionable. Giving women a chance to access education is like educating the entire society since they will more likely pass the knowledge to their families. Furthermore, they will grow to appreciate the importance of schooling and sacrifice resources to ensure their children attend good schools and colleges to reap the endless benefits of higher education.

The importance of education for women in Islam has historic prestige. Many have made it clear that Islam preaches equality. Islam believes in facts and teaches equality in all fields of life for both men and women alike. Human rights mainstreaming makes a huge difference. It brings all the rights of all girls and women to bear on the way that education is designed and practiced. The economic rights of girls and women, in particular, influence the effectiveness of education in poverty reduction.

As the name suggests, in this article, I want to focus on women’s right to education from the point of view of Islam, women’s right to education from the point of view of human rights, and the importance of women’s education.

1.1 Women’s Education in Islam

Education for women and girls is a fundamental aspect of Islam. The importance of education, both for men and women, can be explained through the Qur’an itself. There are more than 700 references or derivatives of the word ilm (Knowledge) mentioned in the Qur’an. The Almighty Allah urges humans to think and ponder upon humanity and the life around them. We can mention the Holy Prophet (blessings and peace be upon him) said: Acquisition of knowledge is binding on all Muslims (both men and women without any discrimination). [Narrated by Ibn Maja in al-Sunan, 1:81 §224.]

Islamic women must be equipped with the necessary knowledge to become good citizens. They must have real values, and they must have a clear concept of right and wrong. By learning the Islamic faith, they can be happy in this world. They must have real values. They should have a concept of what is right and wrong, what is appropriate and what is inappropriate. Despite the many restrictions placed on them, Islam encourages girls’ education.

As influential masses in the field of education and training of future generations, in the family system and society, women are more responsible than any other stratum, to follow the example of women scholars of Islamic history in education and learning, from this Shariah and legal right for enlightenment and make optimal use of the healthy education of the children of the society, who are actually the constituents of the social system.

1.2 Women’s Education Rights in human rights

Women’s right to education is one of the basic human rights, which has been acknowledged in many international documents. The benefit of women in each country is considered one of the important indicators of that country’s development. This means that women in the society have the same right to education as men. According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the human rights documents following it, the right to education, which is considered one of the cultural and social rights, must be presented without any discrimination in terms of race, gender, and religion, and the commitment of governments to fulfill it is the type of commitment to It is a means that the governments are obliged to provide the content of the right to the right holders equally and without any discrimination by using related means and facilities. Rights-based education necessitates adjustment of the purpose and content of education to the equal rights of girls and women, no less than translating human rights into educational strategy and practice, and moving beyond equal access to education and equality in education, to education for equality

1.3 The Importance of Women’s Education

Giving women a chance to access education is like educating the entire society since they will more likely pass the knowledge to their families. Furthermore, they will grow to appreciate the importance of schooling and sacrifice resources to ensure their children attend good schools and colleges to reap the endless benefits of higher education. Providing women equal opportunities to fulfill their education rights allows them to participate in businesses and other economic activities. For instance, entrepreneurial abilities, mathematics, and research skills equip them with the knowledge to venture into different ventures. Furthermore, educated women have increased earning power. They are more competitive in the job market and generate high incomes to combat poverty. A household that comprises a couple who hustle in different ways to provide for the family lives a more contented life than one where only the husband fends for the family. Education is vital in providing knowledge about various aspects of life. Educated women have confidence, information, and skills that enable them to be better citizens, workers, and parents. Consequently, they are an assurance of a productive workforce. Apart from acquiring relevant professional skills, educated women can handle homes better than their uneducated counterparts. Education’s moral aim is to enhance intellectual development in children. Furthermore, female education promotes physical growth and positive well-being. Educating women contributes to economic development. It can be compared to giving patients an effective medication to cure an illness and, at the same time, restore health. Women play a critical role in promoting national development. They comprise more than half of the population in most countries.

Conclusion

Education for girls is a moral duty for all women. It is the right of women to lead better lives than men. Thus, they should have the opportunity to earn the right to become a good human. And, in addition to this, they must have the ability to earn a living. They should be capable of earning their own livelihood. Hence, it is essential to educate girls. A girl’s education is a woman’s birthright. It is thus imperative if a nation wishes to be successful and move towards a sustainable reality, the women of that society must be given every opportunity to attain knowledge and education which is not only her due but a right that has been ordained to her by Almighty Allah.