Is it permissible for a husband to force his wife to work to cover basic expenses, threatening to move her to a smaller apartment if she stops working, knowing that he prefers to continue his studies and work part-time instead of fully assuming the responsibility of providing for the family?

Husband and wife should resolve problems with understanding and cooperation. The husband is fully responsible for providing for his household and its needs. The wife is not obligated to work to cover these expenses, even if she is wealthy. The husband has no right to force his wife to work to bear living expenses or a portion thereof. If she volunteers to do so, he cannot demand that she continue. After completing his studies, the husband should look for work that ensures them a dignified life. If the choice is between the wife working or moving to a smaller apartment, it is better for the wife to remain stable in her smaller home, and to endure the transitional period to the smaller apartment if that enables the husband to bear the family's burdens and complete his studies.