IEA upholding Shariah-based rights of women: Mujahid

KABUL (Pajhwok): The interim government on Saturday reaffirmed its commitment to upholding and protecting the rights of women in light of Islamic teachings.

On International Women’s Day, the government’s chief spokesperson wrote on X: “Women are our mothers, sisters, daughters, and life partners.”

Zabihullah Mujahid said: “The caretaker government considers itself responsible for safeguarding the rights that Islamic Sharia has defined for women.”

He assured preserving women’s modesty, dignity and Shariah-based rights remained a top priority for the interim government.

According to Mujahid, Afghan women today lived in physical and psychological safety, with all forms of violence against them being prevented.

He added no one was allowed to violate women’s rights or subject them to mistreatment.

Mujahid noted the Islamic Emirate’s judicial system and relevant institutions had been tasked with ensuring women’s rights, including their right to marriage, dowry and inheritance.

“The fundamental rights of Afghan women have been ensured in accordance with Islamic Shariah, as well as the cultural values and traditions of Afghan society.

“However, it is important to recognise that discussions on women’s rights take place within an Islamic and Afghan context, which differs significantly from Western societies and their cultural norms.

“This divergence must be taken into account when making comparisons,” the spokesman concluded.

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