In Islam, children are considered a blessing and a trust from Allah. The Quran and Hadith (Prophetic traditions) emphasize the importance of treating children with kindness, compassion, and justice. Here are some of the rights of children in Islam:
1. *Right to Life and Protection*: Children have the right to life, protection, and safety. Parents and guardians must ensure their child’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. (Quran 17:31)
2. *Right to Education*: Education is compulsory for children, and parents must provide them with opportunities for learning and personal growth. (Hadith: “Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim.”)
3. *Right to Maintenance and Support*: Children have the right to receive financial support and maintenance from their parents or guardians. (Quran 2:233)
4. *Right to Inheritance*: Children have the right to inherit from their parents and grandparents. (Quran 4:7-12)
5. *Right to Kindness and Compassion*: Children have the right to be treated with kindness, compassion, and mercy. (Hadith: “He is not of us who does not have mercy on our young and respect our old.”)
6. *Right to Guidance and Upbringing*: Children have the right to receive guidance and upbringing from their parents or guardians, including moral and spiritual education. (Quran 31:13-19)
7. *Right to Protection from Abuse and Neglect*: Children have the right to be protected from physical, emotional, and psychological abuse, as well as neglect. (Hadith: “Do not cause harm or return harm.”)
8. *Right to Play and Recreation*: Children have the right to play, recreation, and leisure activities. (Hadith: “Play with your children, and teach them.”)
9. *Right to Health Care*: Children have the right to receive proper health care and medical attention. (Hadith: “No father can give his child a better gift than good manners and good health.”)
10. *Right to Love and Affection*: Children have the right to receive love, affection, and emotional support from their parents and caregivers. (Hadith: “Show mercy to those on earth, and He Who is in heaven will show mercy to you.”)
These rights are based on the Quran, Hadith, and Islamic jurisprudence. They emphasize the importance of providing children with a nurturing environment, protecting their well-being, and promoting their physical, emotional, and spiritual growth.