| dc.description.abstract | The Batak Toba customary law adheres to a patrilineal inheritance system, where male children are the primary heirs of family assets, while female
children only receive symbolic portions in the form
of gifts or jambar. This study aims to examine the
legal protection for female children in inheritance distribution in Janjiraja Village, Samosir Regency,
focusing on customary practices and gender equality. The research uses a juridical-sociological method, combining legal analysis with observations of the implementation of customs in the community. The findings show that although
there are protective mechanisms such as parjambar
and family discussions, their implementation is
hindered by the patrilineal culture, lack of
understanding of national law, and social pressures
from the customary environment. However, there is
a shift in attitudes among the younger generation,
who are more supportive of gender equality,
influenced by education, urbanization, and national
legal frameworks. This study concludes that legal
protection for female children in Batak Toba
inheritance requires an approach that combines
customary values with gender equality principles,
leading to a more equitable distribution of family
inheritance. | en_US |
