Women Still Disinclined To Claim Inheritance

Daughters in Nepal have a legal right to inherit their parents' property. However, claiming their rights can be a lot tougher than what the law recommends. In fact, many Nepali daughters find it difficult to raise the issue at all before they even try to claim their rights. They are aware of their legal rights, but they are also aware of the relationship they have with their family members.

Bringing up the topic of inheritance can turn into a debate on love and respect for one another. In order to avoid any tension, many daughters choose to keep quiet. However, why should a woman find it difficult to ask for something that is legally her own? The answer to this question lies in understanding the meaning of Maiti to a Nepali woman.

For a married woman, her Maiti is not only the place she visits during festivals and family get-togethers, but also her childhood home where she spent her growing years. Her marriage might take her away from there, but she never stops feeling at home in that place.