A Muslim divorcee or widow can stake a claim to matrimonial property even if she was not earning an income and the property was acquired solely by her husband during the tenure of their marriage, said Syariah law experts.

Many Muslim women, however, are not aware of this. Even if they are aware, many of them shy away from upholding their right although they are entitled to a portion of the matrimonial property.

Matrimonial property refers to...