matrilineal inheritance

Matrilineal inheritance is a system where property, family names, or social responsibilities are passed down through the female line, typically from mothers to their children. In such systems, lineage and heritage are traced through mothers rather than fathers. This means that children belong to their mother’s lineage, and inheritance is usually received from female ancestors. While less common globally than patrilineal systems (through fathers), matrilineal inheritance underscores the importance of women’s roles in maintaining familial and social continuity within certain cultures.