What are the rights of women in Islam? Is it correct to say that they are "deficient in intellect and religion"? Is it permissible for a man to beat his wife? Why does Paradise in the Quran seem to be reserved for males and their sexual enjoyment, without mentioning women's rights in it? What prevents a male 'muhallil' (legalizer) from being a 'muhallil' for a woman in Paradise and in this world?

The Holy Quran addresses men and women equally, for women are the sisters of men. They have rights and duties that suit their nature, while men have guardianship and are responsible for financial support. Differentiation between the sexes in the sight of Allah is based on piety, and this is evident in many Quranic verses that equate the deeds of males and females, and consider them guardians of one another. Islam places women in a dignified position unparalleled in other religions.