Unveiling Obstacles: A Comprehensive Examination of Women's Struggles in Acquiring and Administering Ownership of Immoveable Property

Abstract

This research paper undertakes a comprehensive exploration into the multifaceted challenges confronted by women in their pursuit of obtaining and effectively managing ownership of immovable property. The acquisition and administration of property, particularly in the context of immovable assets, present a complex web of legal, socio-cultural, and economic barriers that disproportionately affect women. These barriers encompass discriminatory inheritance laws, gender-biased legal frameworks, and deeply ingrained cultural norms perpetuating women's marginalization in matters of property ownership. This research employed purposive sampling using a mixed-method approach, comparing and integrating qualitative and quantitative findings for a comprehensive understanding to investigate women's inheritance rights in Haripur. Challenges to women's inheritance rights emerged as a significant theme. Qualitative in-depth interviews provided a nuanced understanding of property ownership challenges. In addition, quantitative survey with eighty household heads, the questionnaire covered socio-demographics, property ownership, legal awareness, economic implications, and perceived barriers. Stakeholder engagement, including women, legal experts, religious scholars, and revenue officials, ensured a holistic perspective.