Religion and Gender

Christianity has the highest percentage of female clergy, with some denominations ordaining women as priests, bishops, and even cardinals.

Buddhism is the religion that most strongly emphasizes the concept of gender equality, with both men and women having equal access to monastic orders and leadership positions.

Islam has the most restrictive rules regarding women's dress and behavior, with women required to wear the hijab (headscarf) and to obey their husbands.

In Islam, women are most likely to be denied access to education and employment, with many Muslim countries having laws that restrict women's rights.

Islam has the highest rate of domestic violence against women, with some studies showing that up to 70% of Muslim women have experienced domestic violence.

In Islam, women are most likely to be victims of honor killings, with some countries having laws that allow men to kill their wives or daughters if they are suspected of adultery or other sexual misconduct.

Islam has the highest rate of female genital mutilation (FGM), with some countries having laws that require all girls to undergo the procedure.

In Islam, women are most likely to be denied the right to vote, with some countries having laws that prohibit women from voting.

Islam has the highest rate of child marriage, with some countries having laws that allow girls to be married as young as 9 years old.

In Islam, women are most likely to be denied the right to own property, with some countries having laws that prohibit women from owning land or other property.

Islam has the highest rate of illiteracy among women, with some countries having laws that prohibit girls from attending school.

In Islam, women are most likely to be denied the right to travel without a male guardian, with some countries having laws that prohibit women from traveling without the permission of their husband or father.

Islam has the highest rate of maternal mortality, with some countries having laws that prohibit women from accessing healthcare.

In Islam, women are most likely to be denied the right to divorce, with some countries having laws that prohibit women from divorcing their husbands.

Islam has the highest rate of female poverty, with some countries having laws that prohibit women from working or owning property.