Analysing the Position of the Libyan Inheritance Law on Preventing Women From Their Inheritance in the Light of Shariah

This study aims to investigate the position of Libyan inheritance law on preventing women’s rights to inheritance in the light of Islamic Shariah. The problem addressed in this study is the misalignment between Libyan inheritance law, particularly Law No. 6 of 1959, and Islamic Shariah principles, which negatively impact women’s inheritance rights. The study highlights the importance of addressing systemic obstacles and societal misconceptions regarding women’s inheritance rights. Doing so aims to pave the way for a more equitable distribution of inheritance. It employs a library-based research methodology and uses content analysis to examine and interpret relevant data. The results reveal that Islamic Shariah provides a transparent and equitable system for distributing property and assets of the deceased, ensuring women’s rights are safeguarded through predefined formulas. Despite this, the findings indicate that misconceptions and cultural practices often overshadow these principles. Although Libyan Law No. 6 of 1959 offers some protection to women, gaps still require urgent legislative reforms. Based on these findings, the study strongly recommends modernising and clarifying existing laws to better align with Islamic principles and effectively protect women’s inheritance rights in Libya, emphasizing the urgent need for these reforms.