In Islam, the financial roles within a marriage are clear. The husband is considered the primary caretaker and provider for the family. This concept, known as Qawama, is found in the Quran (4:34). This means the husband is responsible for ensuring his wife and children have their basic needs met, including food, clothing, and shelter.
A wife's earnings, on the other hand, belong entirely to her. This is based on the principle of financial independence for women in Islam. Hadiths, sayings attributed to the ‘Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), emphasize a wife's right to keep her earnings and manage them as she sees fit. There's no obligation for her to contribute to household expenses.’
In marriage, spouses have the option to merge finances for shared expenses, but this is a personal choice based on mutual agreement. The wife retains full autonomy over her earnings, whether she decides to save, spend on herself, or contribute to household expenses. It's essential to note that the husband cannot access or control the wife's income without her consent. While the decision to provide financial support to her husband rests solely with the wife, she is not obligated to do so. Additionally, covering household expenses is the husband's responsibility, and the wife cannot be forced to contribute to them.
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Written by Laiba
