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Historical Context Of Women's Economic Rights In Hindu Law

Author(s) Simmi Tyagi, Ekta Gupta
Country India
Abstract The economic rights of women in Hindu law have evolved significantly over time, transitioning from restrictive traditional practices to more equitable legal frameworks. Historically, women’s rights were limited to stridhan (gifts received during marriage) and excluded ownership or inheritance of ancestral or marital property, reflecting a patriarchal social structure. Ancient texts like the Manusmriti reinforced women’s economic dependency on male relatives. Gradual changes began with the development of Hindu law schools, such as Mitakshara and Dayabhaga, which slightly expanded women’s property rights. The colonial era marked a shift with the Hindu Women’s Right to Property Act, 1937, challenging gender inequality in inheritance. Post-independence laws, including the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, and the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, further codified women’s legal protections. The Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005, was a landmark reform granting daughters equal inheritance rights to ancestral property. This research examines the historical progression of women’s economic rights in Hindu law, highlighting the role of legislative reforms in addressing gender biases and fostering greater economic empowerment for women.
Field Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On 2025-04-26
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.36783
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9gvfd
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