VOICED:Egypt judges row highlights unease over women in top jobs

Egypt's highest court initially voted against appointing women judges, but the decision was overturned by the court's head. Public opinion in Cairo remains divided on women's roles in society, with some citing religious texts against women in power, while others advocate for equality. Despite challenges, women judges in Egypt have made significant progress and received recognition for their work. Legislative changes, such as requiring women to hold a percentage of parliamentary seats, indicate a shift towards gender equality.

What was the initial decision made by Egypt's highest court regarding women judges?

• To remove all women judges

• To increase the number of women judges

• To appoint women judges

• To not appoint women judges

What is one of the main arguments against women holding power in Egypt?

• Women are not educated enough

• There are no qualified women

• The Koran suggests men should guide women

• Women are not interested in power

How many women judges are there out of Egypt's 12,000 judges?

• 320

• 120

• 1,200

• 32

What is a significant achievement of women judges in Egypt?

• They have been granted awards for their performance

• They have been given more vacation days

• They have been promoted faster than men

• They have been given higher salaries

What legislative change was made regarding women's representation in Egypt's Parliament?

• Women must hold at least 25% of seats

• Women must hold at least 12% of seats

• Women must hold at least 5% of seats

• Women must hold at least 50% of seats