Saudi Women

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Abstract

Saudi Arabia is one of the few countries that set specific laws regarding women only. A woman is considered to be a second class citizen who must depend on a male relative in all situations. Until recently, women did not have their own identification cards separate from those of their fathers' or husbands'. Women were also limited to certain levels of education such as elementary or secondary school levels. More than that, they were restricted to limited job opportunities. The laws also prohibit a woman from driving a car regardless of her age or whatever situation she may face. She must be driven by a man.

This system worked well in the early days of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia when it became a nation in 1932, but it causes major difficulties and constraints in today's world. For example, a woman having her identification card connected to her husband's makes it hard for her in cases of traveling or performing businesses. Moreover, it is not always easy for a woman to find someone who can give her a ride, especially if she is working in a job. Furthermore, not all families can afford hiring a driver. Because these rules set for Saudi women resulted in major restrictions, the Saudi government is considering improving them. Although the Saudi government is working on granting women some of their rights in the Saudi society, many people still argue that the situation in Saudi Arabia is static. The following essay discusses the progress of women's issues in the kingdom.

IDENTIFICATION CARDS

There has been much progress in women's rights in Saudi Arabia in the last few years. One of the most important events in the year 2001 was issuing women identity cards. Before that, Saudi women were listed on the papers of a male...

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...le consider that not the government.

4) Do you think Saudi men and women are treated equally? Give a reason to support you’re answer.

No they are not treated equally. Women cant do anything without a man!!

5) Do you think Saudi Arabia has evolved regarding women?

Yes

6) What do you think of Saudi Arabia’s education for women? is it developing?

It used to be bad but now its developing rapidly.

7) Do you think women should drive in Saudi? And list why?

Some times driving is necessary like driving to the emergency moreover a lot of people cant afford drivers.

8) Are there enough job opportunity for women in Saudi?

Yes.

9) Do you think women should only be house wifes?

No

10) Do you think that Saudi’s development regarding women is slow?why?

Yes, buts its getting faster by time. It is slow because people in Saudi Arabia do not accept change quickly.

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