Although it does seem like a great idea, but to be honest how many people actually do follow it? I mean knowing is different then actually doing it. There are so many incidence of people with islamic education or who preach Islam do not follow the same thing at home. I think knowledge of rights and responsibilities is not the issue, its actually following it and making it into action is where the problem is and I don't think some imaam talking to the couple before marriage can solve that however, it can't hurt either.
I really wish there was a regulated set of rules ... but as you guys have said it depends on the imam ...many of them dont think its appropriate to even hint at a discussion of the woman's rights in a marriage.
I also found that there is a question about the woman's right to divorce and if that should be in the nikahnama or not. I know its in mine but the Imam at a friends wedding refused to put it in hers. I know the beginning of your married life shouldnt start on a negative footing but then again you have the right to protect your interests as well.
Can anyone shed some light on the topic since I've been wondering about it.