noun
maternal rights; matriarchal authority
Refers to the rights or authority held by a mother, often in legal, social, or anthropological contexts. Contrasts with 父権 (paternal rights).
See also: 父権
母権を主張する動きが広がっている。
The movement to assert maternal rights is spreading.
この社会では母権が強く認められている。
In this society, maternal authority is strongly recognized.