The Concept of Women's Political Justice According to Fatima Mernissi and Hannah Arendt

Abstract

This study aims to examine the concept of women's political justice according to Fatima Mernissi and Hannah Arendt. Political justice refers to granting equal rights and treatment to all individuals regardless of gender, favoritism, or discrimination in the process of forming and distributing power within society, particularly in state decision-making processes. This research employs a literature study method by collecting data through keyword searches, followed by a search for relevant subjects in books, journals, scholarly articles, and other academic sources. The next step involves analyzing the collected data and drawing conclusions. Fatima Mernissi’s concept of women’s political justice stems from her efforts to explore Islamic scholarly traditions, especially the interpretations of Qur'anic verses and misogynistic hadiths. On the other hand, Hannah Arendt’s thought centers on political freedom, where action and freedom are seen as identical—meaning that to be free is to act or to take initiative.