Over 52 years have passed since we have been claiming the independence of our country. Like other developing nations, we focus mainly on donations to ensure structural development.

However, the human resource development agenda is misleading — the gap between men and women in terms of cultural norms, protocol, and power continues to increase.

For Muslims, inheritance is legalized by Sharia Law — and the centre of attention there is men. The understanding is that men take the responsibility of the extended family. Consequently, the man will get two portions, and the daughter will get one portion of the property.