Desi ji, being an Imam usually involves having to run a masjid and lead prayers. Imagine a woman having to take a 7-10 day break every month, and if she has a child, go on a 40 day break. This means that the masjid would have to arrange for another person to replace her during those times. These days it's hard enough to find one Imam let alone assistants. Trust me I know because we have been looking for one for our local masjid here since July.
So I think that that is just one practical reason why women are perhaps not considered for that role.
Women have many strengths and we have come a long way. We are leaders in the corporate world, business owners, politicians, etc. Somethings are best left alone, I guess.
well they are able to take part in the day to day affairs of the state. they work at many other responsible positions. so i dont see why this should be different.
even if that argument is taken to be valid, why would people be against them leading prayers once. i am not talking about a whole month. but just once.